Jeepster/Monolith
Org, 2019
8/10
For the uninitiated, Chad Smith is the drummer for a band you might have heard of called Red Hot Chili Peppers, while Josh Klinghoffer also had a decade long stint playing guitar for Red Hot Chili Peppers and currently heads up Dot Hacker and also records as Pluralone. Together, the pair cover two T Rex classics on this limited 7” for Record Store Day 2019.
“Jeepster” starts the listen percussively strong with plenty of rhythm in the agile guitar work as smooth, tuneful vocals from Klinghoffer guides the crisp retro rocker.
“Monolith” is a quieter affair, where gospel friendly background vocals complement the light and dreamy delivery as cautious drumming and spirited guitar and bass (both by Klinghoffer) makes an impression that lasts long after the tune finishes.
Limited to 3000 copies, this was recorded before Klinghoffer’s departure from RHCP, and since Smith and Klinghoffer had been playing together for years at this point, their chemistry is top notch as they do justice to these timeless tracks. For fans of RHCP or any of the bands Klinghoffer has been a part of, this is worth seeking out.
Travels well with: Pluralone- To Be One With You; Dot Hacker- Inhibition