The debut album from is a bizarre case that eventually led to a satisfying end. Originally released as a somewhat dull and flat collection of post- , the band was disappointed enough in the results to re-record almost the whole thing and put it back out. The newer album is leaner, tougher, and packed with disorienting samples and chugging guitars. This is a wonderful change from the original, and it reflects the melodic movements in the scene which would become the prevalent style throughout the decade. Ugly songs like and are steamrollers, blasting through the album with savage intensity that is rarely present in the scene. Although the influence is still felt quite strongly on the material here, has still carved out a unique place in the underground. Their riffing, scattered blips and samples, and memorable melodies make for the first truly great album in the small genre. ~ Bradley Torreano