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Genre:
Rock
Release Date: 07/09/1991
Run Time: 29:36
On 1991's
Smell the Magic,
L7 begins to find the sense of melody to complement its distorted
punk guitar assault. The band deserves ultimate praise for writing from a completely female perspective at all times, and the fabulous
"Fast and Frightening" just might be the ultimate "
riot grrrl" anthem.
"Shove" pleads the case for mosh pit etiquette, while
"Just Like Me" demands equal rights (and vices) for male and female
rock stars. The self-mocking
"Broomstick" celebrates any "
rock & roll hags" accusations with a sense of humor.
"'Till the Wheels Fall Off" is another standout, thanks to its relentless descending riff, and points the way toward the band's breakthrough album,
Bricks Are Heavy.
~Eduardo Rivadavia, All Music Guide
;)
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