Review: My Calculus Beats Your Algebra - Pattern = Application

artist: my calculus beats your algebra album: pattern = application label: self-released released: by: dan phelps MCBYA is an experiment in noise and rock. The two men that comprise the band use a bass guitar, keyboard and drum machine as the focal points. On the experimenting side, an accordion, a small drum set (snare/high hat), and lots of pedals. What has been created is a unique, varied noise record. Nine tracks between thirty-five seconds and 8 minutes plus begin with "emer gen-c" and "i'll kiss the multiplication table tomorrow." An aggressive start, that soon squares off into a drum machine beat, and the aforementioned instruments. Gradual noise builds, calms, builds, etc. Great controlled chaos for song tension, and it definitely sets the tone for the rest of the cd. At times, mostly rock; the songs "487794A says 'you may not leave,'" "kenji urada vs. mechanized arm" and "because street simmering" are the longer arrangements with most of the beats. Three short, straight noise tracks break up the record, and prevent the rock from becoming old/going on too long. All three are loud and chaotic. A good show of the bands range. The cd ends with its longest (and calmest) song, "type answer end." Until 7:30 into the song, a quiet keyboard repeats over a dissonant aquatic noise, and spoken word. Interesting. Calming. In the last minute, the noise comes into play again, but it is more akin to the rest of the song: much more quiet and controlled. It is the perfect song to end with, and it shows just how varied this band can be. My Calculus Beats Your Algebra Pattern = Application. It's a winner people. favorite song: n/a rating: n/a listen to my calculus beats your algebra