Being used to reviewing and listening to metal albums more than power pop punk,
the Eyeliners “Sealed With A Kiss” is a challenge for me to review. From the
start, I disagree with other reviewers comparing them to the Donnas. A
better comparison would be the Go-Go’s with a splash of No Doubt and The Dance
Hall Crashers without the Ska stylings. “Too Good To Be True” has the vibe of a
smash single from 1982. Upbeat, fun and wonderfully hooky with Laura’s sugar
sweet vocals (and drums). Title track “Sealed With A Kiss” is another potential
single with its happy chorus. Laura’s sisters Gel (guitar) and Lisa (bass) play
precision pop punk that can only bring a smile to your face. The 12 songs vary
in subject from potential good relationships to heartbreak. “I’d Do It All Over
Again” has a slight Butch Walker (The Marvelous 3, Southgang) feel to it.
I was fortunate to catch the
Eyeliners opening for the Donnas in October. The crowd was very supportive
and it was great to go to a concert and see teen and pre-teen girls actually
rocking out (with their parents within view) instead of being sucked into
the MTV poison mantra of “Urban Styled Music Only”.If you are
looking for truly fun band with the ability to write catchy songs, the Eyeliners
may be just the band for you.
Contact Information:
The Eyeliners
PO Box 81922
Albuquerque, NM 87198
(Include SASE for reply)
Official e-mail address:
eyeliners@TheEyeliners.com
The Eyeliners Homepage:
http://www.TheEyeliners.com
Lookout Records:
http://www.lookoutrecords.com
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