Last Call Before The Fall
Trueno, 2021
9/10
Listen to Last Call Before The Fall
Even though they’ve only been together for 5 years, the Southern California rockers Dizzy Box Nine have already assembled an impressive body of work, where Randy Ludwig (vocals, guitar, bass), Tony Robles (guitar) and Amos Przekaza (drums) flirt with alt-rock, punk, New Wave and indie-rock, which continues fluidly across the 12 tracks here.
“Name” gets the album off to an energetic and memorable start with an upbeat and playful display of crisp drumming and warm guitars amid the modern rock climate, and “Show Me Everything That You Are” follows with a breezy West Coast feel amid some highly melodic singing.
Elsewhere, “Check-In” trims the volume back with an ‘80s feel that gets a bit dreamy in its careful execution, while “Mississippi Rain” immediately brings in a sing-along quality to the alt-rock leanings that sound right at home in the ‘90s. “17 Seconds”, one of the album’s best songs, then recruits a punky spirit in the swift, dance-floor ready rocker.
“Fire” arrives near the end and showcases the trio’s strong chemistry and profound attention to detail, and “Sunset” exits the listen with a punchy and infectious finish that illustrates incredible drumming, intricate guitar work and rugged yet tuneful singing.
There are few bands today playing modern pop-rock better than Dizzy Box Nine. An album with zero filler, every track here is smartly constructed, flawlessly delivered and resonates a timelessness that only the best rock’n’roll can possess.
Travels well with: Damon Mitchell- Like You’re In A Dream; Because Villians- Yes