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By Chris Parker
Published on May 14, 2008 at 10:34am
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The BellRays, with the Architects. Saturday, May 17, at the Riot Room.
“That’s Not the Way it Should Be” by the Bellrays, fromHard Sweet and Sticky (Anodyne Records):
Spiritual kin of the Dirtbombs, the BellRays, from Riverside, California, channel a similar blend of soul-soaked groove and steely garage clamor, highlighted by frontwoman Lisa Kekaula's howling and growling Tina turns. Founded in the early '90s, the BellRays have gained momentum since the millennium and are supporting their eighth album, Hard, Sweet and Sticky, a sweaty, hip-swiveling pulse pumper on local label Anodyne. The new stuff ranges from smoky, wah-inflected blues such as "One Big Party" to jazzy late-night R&B and greasy garage crunch, all without missing a gut-kick. Kekaula's fiery vocals elevate the sound well beyond its rudimentary rock roots, giving the band a sultry slink that you'd leave the back door unlocked for.
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