Description:On their debut, Naveed, Toronto-based quartet OLP looked to a host of presumed influences, from the Smashing Pumpkins--who rather unceremoniously called them on it in the press--to Stone Temple Pilots. Singer Raine Maida is occasionally guilty of over-emoting (the acrobatics of his voice are an acquired taste), but his lyrics are righOn their debut, Naveed, Toronto-based quartet OLP looked to a host of presumed influences, from the Smashing Pumpkins--who rather unceremoniously called them on it in the press--to Stone Temple Pilots. Singer Raine Maida is occasionally guilty of over-emoting (the acrobatics of his voice are an acquired taste), but his lyrics are right on target, perfectly matching the intensity of the music. Songs like "Supersatellite" and "Starseed," with their quiet/loud dynamics, are tailor-made for Maida's range. Elsewhere, OLP strut their diversity in songs such as "Hope," "Is it Safe?," and "Denied," demonstrating their flexibility in both writing and performing. Naveed captures the anxiety and confusion of coming of age in the '90s. --Adem Tepedelen... (more)(less)
Manufacturer : Sony Release date : 3 June 1997 EAN: 0074646817025 UPC: 074646817025
"The title track "Naveed" is the best rocker on the album, which is OLP's best. Sadly, each successive album declined slightly in quality for this group, but their debut is absolutely great."