Song Review: Blindfolded
"Blindfolded" is an Indie Rock track from Dr Rob and the Radi8ors that harkens back to the sound of legendary NYC Bowery club, CBGB. Psychedelic surf guitars and crisp jazz rock drumming propel this tongue in cheek look at nonconformity along at a brisk tempo. Weaving a dark and moody soundscape, the Radi8ors create the wave that Eda Kuran's unique vocal rides upon. "Is it asking too much to refuse?" is the question of the day. This song is a lot of fun, great spirit, and fantastic energy. "Blindfolded" kicks in with a nice intro giving the drums a good launch point. The vocal glissando on the word "refuse" sounds great...overall, "Blindfolded" has a really cool vibe. Looking forward to hearing more from Dr Rob and the Radi8ors!
Steven Azami. Radio Airplay
"Blindfolded" is an Indie Rock track from Dr Rob and the Radi8ors that harkens back to the sound of legendary NYC Bowery club, CBGB. Psychedelic surf guitars and crisp jazz rock drumming propel this tongue in cheek look at nonconformity along at a brisk tempo. Weaving a dark and moody soundscape, the Radi8ors create the wave that Eda Kuran's unique vocal rides upon. "Is it asking too much to refuse?" is the question of the day. This song is a lot of fun, great spirit, and fantastic energy. "Blindfolded" kicks in with a nice intro giving the drums a good launch point. The vocal glissando on the word "refuse" sounds great...overall, "Blindfolded" has a really cool vibe. Looking forward to hearing more from Dr Rob and the Radi8ors!
Steven Azami. Radio Airplay
Song Review: Shelley Mae
Classical poetry is often an inspiration for musicians. However, not often do musicians re-interpret the narrative of a classic poem. But Dr. Rob & The Radi8ors have done just that with their moody, dark rock track Shelley Mae. Based on the John Keats poem "La Belle Dame Sans Merci" (or, The Beautiful Lady Without Pity). With the narrative of a knight being seduced by the charms of a mysterious elfen lass, only to be abandoned by her after being lured into a deep cave and left to wallow in his misery on a cold snow covered hill. He is eventually driven mad by his desire to be reunited with this beguiling beauty, who as The Radi8ors have revealed to be named Shelley Mae.
Leading with a haunting guitar and shuffling drums, Shelley Mae sets the mood of Keats poem very effectively. As the mournful vocals of the lovely Eda Kuran relate the tale from the point of view of the unnamed knight in Keats original poem, the music grows in intensity, until Eda sings the lines "Why do I stand here still Won't you tell me please? Why do I feel so Ill at ease?", and everything fades to silence. Shelley Mae is a fantastic addition to the tradition of old-world inspired rock music.
Eda's vocals convey the distress and loneliness of the anonymous knight, while the backing music creates a perfect backdrop for this tale of woe. Production quality is pretty clean, yet still a little dirty to convey that classic rock feeling.
For fans of music inspired by classical literature. This song could definitely appeal to fans of 1970's Progressive Rock, Alternative, Post-Punk and more. I could easily see this song being synced into television, film, etc.
Joshua A. Pfeiffer. Radio Airplay
Classical poetry is often an inspiration for musicians. However, not often do musicians re-interpret the narrative of a classic poem. But Dr. Rob & The Radi8ors have done just that with their moody, dark rock track Shelley Mae. Based on the John Keats poem "La Belle Dame Sans Merci" (or, The Beautiful Lady Without Pity). With the narrative of a knight being seduced by the charms of a mysterious elfen lass, only to be abandoned by her after being lured into a deep cave and left to wallow in his misery on a cold snow covered hill. He is eventually driven mad by his desire to be reunited with this beguiling beauty, who as The Radi8ors have revealed to be named Shelley Mae.
Leading with a haunting guitar and shuffling drums, Shelley Mae sets the mood of Keats poem very effectively. As the mournful vocals of the lovely Eda Kuran relate the tale from the point of view of the unnamed knight in Keats original poem, the music grows in intensity, until Eda sings the lines "Why do I stand here still Won't you tell me please? Why do I feel so Ill at ease?", and everything fades to silence. Shelley Mae is a fantastic addition to the tradition of old-world inspired rock music.
Eda's vocals convey the distress and loneliness of the anonymous knight, while the backing music creates a perfect backdrop for this tale of woe. Production quality is pretty clean, yet still a little dirty to convey that classic rock feeling.
For fans of music inspired by classical literature. This song could definitely appeal to fans of 1970's Progressive Rock, Alternative, Post-Punk and more. I could easily see this song being synced into television, film, etc.
Joshua A. Pfeiffer. Radio Airplay
"Radi8ors turn up the heat - An outstanding set of new songs written by Dr Rob with a classic or two thrown in to round off the set. Superb drumming, cello, tight bass, Eda on vocals and Rob on lead guitar all adding up to a great indie and rock sound. Songs to make you think, music to make you smile, and a thumping rendition of Lou Reed 's "Waiting for My Man"... what more could you ask for !"
- J. Jones
"An ace gig. Thanks for the great wall of sound. Loved it."
- Jo Tuffs
"Half Turkish, half French, but a Liverpuddlian through and through, [Eda's] vivacious personality and stage presence are electrifying."
- Dave Thompson
"Not just the weather!!! - the band is steaming!!"
- T. Bailey
"What a band ! What a night !"
- Ann Carrington