Review: The Kindercide - This isn't Just for Rich People

artist: (the) kindercide album: this isn't just for rich people label: ash from sweat records released: by: eduardo moutinho I have a lot of sentimental value when it comes to (the) kindercide. There isn’t a band in our local scene that exhibits more raw passion and emotion when playing live. Therefore, it’s really hard to review this CD without thinking of the amazing performances I have witnessed from this band. For those who don’t know (the) kindercide, they are an interesting grindcore outfit based out of Lakewood, Colorado. Members include the Brothers Phelps, who founded Ash From Sweat Records. If you want a little more background on the record label, check out the interview that we conducted with them by clicking here. Anyway, the band also features Ian Dukes from The Gromos/The Green Fuse and a good friend to most of us in the Lakewood/Golden/Wheat Ridge/Northglenn/etc. hardcore circle, Ray (I don’t know his last name). The ensuing combination generates some of the most interesting music I’ve heard. The packaging for this CD is surprisingly minimal for an Ash From Sweat Release, but it gets the job done. The CD itself is wrapped in a handmade thin paper sleeve. The front of the sleeve has a stenciled logo, and the CD itself is spray painted black with “(t)” and “k” written in gold pen. The insert is an amalgam of different random quotes that I assume the band pulled out of various publications. It all adds to the minimalist presentation. Still, it’s an interesting package, as always. I’m not a big fan of grindcore. I don’t enjoy The Locust, Reversal of Man, and the whole lot too much. But I do enjoy the kind of grindcore that (the) kindercide plays. The music is really technical, and the vocals quite distinctive. The two vocalists add a lot to the music, as Dan provides his discernable howls and Ray screams at high pitches. Both styles feed off of each other in a positive symbiotic relationship. Dennis’ riffs are proficient; he experiments with a lot of different little string parts and harmonies. Ian’s drumming is solid, as always. Anyway, unlike a lot of grindcore that I’ve heard, there are many discernable parts here. In fact, there are moments of heavy driving segments. Dan’s lyrics are distinguishable, which is a big plus. The lyrics to the songs are really entertaining. Yet, for those who like straight-up grindcore, this is a worthy listen. Hell, there are twelve tracks totaling just a little over thirteen minutes. So in the end, I can actually find enjoyment listening to this band. Like I said in the introduction, it’s really hard not to think back to the live shows that these guys play. They’re really fun and entertaining. This adds a whole new element to the music, and makes it even better. favorite song: “being dumb is cool man” overall rating: 80%/100% listen to (the) kindercide