With a new record deal under their belts, the Jacks Of All Trades return with the next full length album. The three songs on the Liar EP were an indication of what was to come. One of these songs, Point Of No Return, was re-recorded. The twelve new songs were recorded in two sessions (May & September 2001) with producer Arttu Sarvanne. As was clear on the EP, JOAT has grown musically. The songwriting is more mature than on R U Ready, the 1999 full length. This is heavy rapcore music with groovy rhythms. The raps from J-Blast are combined with the barks from guitarist Lary. All songs are heavy and sometimes start to sound like each other. A bit variation might do well. But don't misinterpret this by thinking this is a mediocre product. On the contrary, Superior is, well, not superior but it does pass all quality tests without a shadow of doubt. Personally I favor songs like Round 12, Black List Of No Good and Soulsale. Finland rocks once again.
Other coverage for this album
HM Magazine #97Reviewed by Doug Van PeltA great thing about imports is that usually a band hones its craft really well before they get imported over as a musical representation of its country. Jacks of All Trades, while having already made a good impression the last couple years with its DIY material, have really made something special here for which Finland can be proud. Rap Rock is performed with the guitar and vocal muscle it should…Similar sounding releases
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