The Greatest Show Unearthed Review

Release Date: Feb 22, 2007
Label: Creature Feature
Genres: Goth Rock
Number Of Tracks: 11
For the most part, "horror rock" has become synonymous with a bunch of ghoulish-looking dudes cranking out high-decibel heavy metal.

Sound:	9
Lyrics:	10
Impression:	10
Overall rating:	9.7
Users rating:	9.9
Comments:	10

overall: 9.7

Reviewed by: HughF, on february 01, 2008

Sound: Full of horror themed sounds, creepy techno synths, and eerie guitar licks, you would think Creature Feature to be nothing more than the soundtrack for an upcoming Tim Burton film. A further listening, however, proves otherwise. Curtis Rx and Erik X are surprisingly talented musicians. They also bring something new to the table, a horror-inspired sound that is neither punk like the Misfits nor hard rock like Marilyn Manson. This album, not quite rock, not quite techno, manages to keep its musical integrity while creeping you the hell out. The real spotlight for me, however, was the way this talented duo managed to weave the keyboard parts in with the guitar parts in such a creative and intricate way that sometimes one becomes indecipherable from the other, even though they play completely separate parts. Not to be considered a one-trick pony, Curtis Rx even manages to put out some surprisingly shreddy solos. Check out the tracks "A Corpse in My Bed" and "Six Foot Deep." // 9

Lyrics and Singing: Though I love the sound of this album, the lyrics are what really shine. From songs about dark carnivals, zombies, the life story of a mental patient, kidnapping, Edgar Allen Poe, and obituaries, this album delivers in the lyrics department. What's more, they almost flawlessly mesh with the instrumental parts. Curtis Rx also has a surprisingly good voice. In a tone that could only be discribed as eerie, Curtis manages to fully complete the horror-theme this band so obviously desires. For the best of lyrics, check out "Such Horrible Things" and "Buried Alive." // 10

Impression: Overall, if you a fan of techno or horror-flavored music, you need to buy this album. The highlights of this album include the songs "Buried Alive," "Six Foot Deep," "How to Serve Man," and "Such Horrible Things." I absolutely love how undeniably catchy this album is, though I wish the band would broaden out style wise, as the occasions they did were truly impressive. If I lost this album, I would buy another copy. Not only would I buy another copy, but I would buy about fifty blank cds and burn fifty copies of The Greatest Show Unearthed in case I ever misplaced it again. This was truly an impressive album. // 10

Comments

[archangelseren]

It was a good find for me too as i don't usually listen to this kind of music (mainly tecno based) but I still quite enjoyed it

[Wonthefu]

YES! I heard about these guys when they were Featured Bands on Vampirefreaks a couple of months ago. Very talented dudes.

[zultanownsyou]

I might have to check them out...seems strangely interesting.

[DroptheBomb]

these guy sfound me on gayspace. there fukin amazing.

great musicians.

[SatanPriest]

Its awesome that someone reviewed them, they found my on myspace last year and I've been a fan ever since. They are great live and really nice in person.

[Rahab]

i saw these guys at the Masquerade in atlanta on jan 30th....i must say that they arent my usual taste in music but there stuff is very catchy and has that old school monster movie vibe...it was a good time

[fireyqwerty]

this is one of my favorite albums hands down wish i could have gone to the fort collins show but ill have to catch them while there in denver

[Iljib311]

I Saw these guys with the AKAs. The AKAs were the only band i had heard of, but Creature Feature played an amazing set. They are very talented and have a great sound all their own. Great people in person to.

[Zephon]

i seen them in atlanta too, they are awesome, i need to get this CD

[Nashrakh]

absolutely LOVE this band, music is kickass.