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Purr Machine


Country of origin:

U.S.

Type of music generally:

Alternative rock

Status:

Most recent release, Starry (2007)

See also:

Purr Machine's CD Baby page

Purr Machine's ReverbNation page

Comparisons:

Somewhat like an electronic Caterwaul

Covers/own material:

Own, occasional covers

General comments:

Purr Machine is an innovative noisy electronic hard-rocking band with the incredible raspy vocals of (formal Caterwaul singer) Betsy Martin fronting. I love love love her voice! (sophiagurley@hotmail.com)

Recommended first album:

Ging Ging is the only one we've heard

Recordings:


Ging Ging

Release info:

1999—Cargo Music—REC-038

Availability:

See Purr Machine's CD Baby page

Ecto priority:

Highly recommended for rock fans

Group members:

Betsey Martin—vocals
Kevin Kipnis—bass, hyper-buzz bass, programming, guitar
Kirk Hellie—electric and acoustic guitars, guitar loops, toy piano

Guest artists:

Kevin Pinnt—additional drum programming on 1 track
Michael Ciravolo—guitars on 1 track vocals on 1 track

Produced by:

Kevin Kipnis

Comments:

Ging Ging is a collection of driving rock songs, energized by powerhouse musicians who put together an intriguing, updated sound with the distinctive, raspy vocals of Betsy Martin. My favourite tracks are the heavy, crooning "Regarding Mary" and the deep, droning "Speak Clearly" with its lyrical vocal counterpoint line. Wow. Their cover of "Send Me an Angel" turns the song into classic Purr Machine rock. There's a lot to enjoy here. Highly recommended for fans of contemporary rock and unique vocals. (sophiagurley@hotmail.com)

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