Review of Nobodys Hero's

FORGOTTEN REBELS * NOBODYS HERO'S
(OPM)

MICKEY's voice has a different sound to it on this album. This could be due to the studio recording methods involved in this production, (vocal chord change?), or as an experienced singer trying out a different vocal approach.

Lyrically, MICKEY hasn't lost it. This album features some more reflective material, that has a more precise feel to it than previous releases. I guess you would have to say this is an album that shows his maturity (listen to: NO PLACE TO HIDE, ZEROS), and immaturity at the same time. This album probably best represents the magnum force of wit and wisdom MICKEY has always presented.

DAVE sings DICKWART, and that's great to have a different REBEL take the vocal helm and croon (in a punk kind of way) out a song. It's weird, because you might actually think it's MICKEY singing for a few seconds, but DAVE has a tone all his own, but if he has a DICK WART, well, I don't want to know.

Musically, the REBELS belt out a tight and upbeat rockin' album.

The album liner cover work is a refreshing change to check out. A funny thing to check out, is how they feature a picture of a costumed MICKEY MOUSE as Mr. DeSADIST. I like that the hand scrawled lyrics of the tracks are presented throughout the CD insert to observe, providing a closer interpretation of the lyricist.

My personal favorite tracks on this release are the two openers - HOCKEY NITE and THE AMERICAN IN ME (an AVENGERS cover)

If the FORGOTTEN REBELS aren't one of my heroes, I don't want any.

review by: BRAD "brado creamed corn" PINE