REVIEW: Dillon Fence, Living Room Scene (Mammoth/Atlantic)
- Bob Gajarsky
North Carolia's Mammoth Records recently teamed up with Atlantic Records to bring Frente! to America in a crash. The latest collaboration between these two labels has seen the national release of local heroes, Dillon Fence.
Twisting the tenets of time, Dillon Fence effortlessly weave through the best of 1970's and 1980's album oriented rock (AOR) radio has to offer. Songs such as Pat Benatar's "Hit Me With Your Best Shot" and Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" as well as groups like Y&T ("Summertime Girls") and Led Zeppelin seemingly influence every track.
Ultimately, however, Dillon Fence's grip with the past becomes the band's downfall. By not breaking free of yesterday's chains, the group is shackled to days gone by. The format has succeeded before - look no further than the Black Crowes debut for proof - but this album is not for the adventurous. Recommended for people who love the 70's/80's rock and especially those who love songs such as "Free Bird".
