MERCURY CROSSING: Social Graces Set Aside

Mercury Crossing

Social Graces Set Aside

© 2007 Sheri Roloff (823591101228)

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A female fronted alternative rock power-trio with crunchy guitars, melodic bass, and progressive drums.

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The power trio is not dead! At least that’s what has been proved with the release of “Social Graces Set Aside,” Mercury Crossing’s sophomore album. It truly displays the essence of a power trio at work. The instrumentation is simple, but full and thick, amply supporting front woman, Sheri Roloff’s unique vocal style. The musical influences within the band span wide and are represented and blended well. The opening track “Casting Spells” sets the album up with a thumping bass drum intro that throws you into a whirlwind of wailing vocals, fiery bass, and super-duty drums. The fun doesn’t stop there. “Tell Me, Tell Me” reveals the underlying blues/jazz influence that has been melded perfectly to alternative rock – the verses display smooth bass lines and melodic sensibility, while the chorus enters dripping with rock edge. Mercury Crossing is not your standard rock band, both lyrically and musically. “Sell Sell Sell” is a great example of the unique sound that each band member brings. Owen Strombeck’s progressive drumming style interlocks with Andy Hawk’s edgy and distinctive bass lines, which blended with Sheri’s roaring guitar, unexpected lyrics and fervent vocals just might make you pose the question, “how have I not heard these guys before?!”

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  • The Song Cast .net Review
    author: Owen Strombeck

    Attitude. I listened to the CD and I heard attitude. Sometimes, when songs move from live performance to a studio recording, they loose it. This one didn’t. Mercury Crossing is also a trio. Rock trios are a unique breed – where there is no one and nothing to hide behind. You expect musicianship all around as there can be only one guitar, bass and drum line. Mercury Crossing’s sophomore release doesn’t disappoint. ‘Social Graces Set Aside’ tells you -how it is- and -how it is going to be- from the first note of the first song. Mercury Crossing is made up of Sheri Roloff (vocals, guitar, piano), Andy Hawk (bass, backing vocals) and Owen Strombeck (drums). Sheri also writes the songs, and, she’s got a bone to pick with you . . . well with someone. As with many rock tunes, relationships that are too good to be true, not true at all or not real at all, are the foundation for some great songs. ‘Tell Me, Tell Me’, ‘Give it to Me’ and ‘Casting Spells’ will take you through this uneven journey. Interestingly enough, two of my favorite songs on the CD are the deep cuts. ‘Sleeping on Stones’ and ‘Summer’ are well crafted and feature Sheri’s vocals. If there is one thing I would like to hear more of from Mercury Crossing it would be the vocals. Yes, there are vocals on every song of the CD, but they are front and center on these cuts. When they rule, the song rules as well. Sounds Like The Cranberries, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hole, Romeo Void The Whole Package There is a theme running through this CD. From the title (Social Graces Set Aside), the artwork and several of the songs; forget about being socially correct; don’t give it to me sugar-coated; just tell it to me straight, I will handle it and move on. Attitude is Rock ‘n Roll & this CD will fill your plate as you wheel through the buffet line. You will also get a doggie bag just in case you are a bit hungry tomorrow. To Sum It Up Mercury Crossing’s ‘Social Graces Set Aside’ is one of those CD’s that grows on you. You will dig it from the beginning and as you really listen to the songs . . . you will like it even more. For me, the songwriting on some of the deeper cuts pulled me in and wouldn’t let go. There is a bit more going on inside their heads than your average rock power trio. One last quick hint . . . for those of you who like lyrics, check out the band's web site! www.mercurycrossing.com

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