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Karmic EP Review on LMNOP.com- September Edition
September 15, 2007
4+++ Rating!!
Nada Surf - Karmic (CD EP, Hi-Speed Soul, Pop/rock)
This is a reissue of the first EP from Nada Surf (before the band signed to Elektra). The folks in Nada Surf have had an interesting career path up to this point with some interesting twists and turns. The band initially made a splash in the 1990s as an alternative noisy rock band that appealed mainly to college kids and young underground rock fans. Then years later they resurfaced as a surprisingly proficient slick pop band. While we like the band's earlier recorded works, we have gone absolutely NUTS over their later recordings that rely much more on catchy upbeat melodies and lush vocal harmonies. As such, for us Karmic is an interesting look back at the band's humble beginnings. In addition to the five songs that were included on the original EP, this reissue also includes "Pressure Free" (previously only available as a 7" vinyl single). Rabid fans of the bands may want to take note of the fact that this EP is also being offered as a limited edition vinyl EP (the first 300 offered in one color while the remaining 700 will be offered in a different color). What tickles our interest buds the most...is the fact that the band is already at work recording their fifth full-length which is due to be released Winter 2008 (!). We can't WAIT... (Rating: 4+++)