With a name like The Channelsurfers, a smorgasbord of musical styles and pop culture references are to be expected. On their debut, Tunnel Vision, the band fuses punk, reggae and funk, all the while discussing and dissecting disposable modern culture. Highlights include: "Lonely Guy," which rattles off a series of famous "lonely guys," including TV characters, newsmakers and actors whose public personae fit the bill; "C.T.C.," which displays quirky Beck-ish qualities as vocalist Jason Brown yells over a retro-funk track; and the reggae-flavored "So Far Away" and "First Stone." Sharing a sense of humor, and an ability to make original songs that will breathe originality into the cluttered alternative market, the members of The Channelsurfers have made a winner with Tunnel Vision. They should be around a long time.
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The Phantom Tollbooth 1999Reviewed by Steven S. BaldwinHybrid music that defies easy categorization is all the rage these days regardless of where you look, and the Channelsurfers prove to be one of the best examples of this pseudo-genre in the distinctively Christian music ghetto, and only a wee bit behind the times. Taking some cues from bands like the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Rage Against the Machine, and the Artist Who…The Phantom Tollbooth 1999Reviewed by Josh SpencerTaking their name in response to a TV-addicted generation, these men pump out a fresh blend of heavy guitar chords, rap, and funk, with a sprinkling of reggae and ska thrown in for good measure. They REALLY want the kids to like 'em. Tim Bushong, formerly of the King's X-ish hard rock band Lovewar, is the guitarist, trombone-player, and background vocalist here. He's also the producer, so you can…The Lighthouse Unsorted 1998Reviewed by Todd HayesTunnel Vision by The Channel Surfers is truly a breath of fresh air. Their musical stylings have been unmatched in the recent history of Christian music. The band features guitars and drums set to a reggae rhythm. I would describe them as a cross between Imagine This and The Insyderz, plus some reggae. From a secular standpoint, I would also compare them to 311 and The Red Hot Chili Peppers. The…Similar sounding releases
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