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Prime STH – Underneath The Surface
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Prime STH – Underneath The Surface
Label: Giant Records /Reprise 
Rating: 
 
Tracks:
Underneath The Surface
I Don’t Envy You
I’m Stupid (Don’t Worry ‘Bout me)
Believe
In My Head
From the Inside
Even the Score (No One Else)
My Evil Friend
She
Let Me Bleed
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Wondering where the new hotbed of rock is? You might be surprised when I say that it’s Sweden! That’s right-Sweden-the land of ABBA and Ace of Base. 2001 has given us a few exceptional rockin’ exports from that mysterious land of blond bombshells and great beer. On the heavier side of the spectrum we got two exceptional releases from Opeth and Lost Horizon, now on the alternative rock side we have a great new disc from Prime STH. 

Prime STH are the latest Swedish rock export to hit the U.S. shores. They come courtesy of Giant Records/Reprise and after listening to their U.S. debut it becomes quickly apparent how they attracted the attention of U.S. record labels. They have that melodic modern rock sound that put Bush on the map but they also delve into other areas like Industrial and straight ahead rock. 

The disc captured my attention and respect from the first moment. The guitar work on the opening track “Underneath The Surface” has a catchy groove that should endear the band to modern rock radio. What’s more impressive are the vocals; Prime STH’s lead singer Noa has a great modern rock sound that delivers power without having to resort to screaming. You only have to listen to the first three tracks to get hooked. The chorus to “I Don’t Envy You” is down right infectious. With the next track, “I’m Stupid” they take things down a notch and show that they are just as comfortable performing a ballad as the full out rockers. What can I say? The songs are hits without even trying to be. Prime STH may finally make amends to the world for those other Swedish exports ABBA and Ace of Base. 
 

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Posted by mikey:
i just saw their clips & heard their music for the first time. absolutely brilliant! i am astounded!


Posted by Sarah:
I think that this band is so awesome. They haev an original sound, and I just can't stop listening to their CD.


Posted by Tom:
The CD is awesome. It was nice to hear a CD that every song was catchy. Every single song is good. Get the CD!


Posted by Matt:
I heard "I'm stupid" on the radio once, went to the local music store and they said it was released this week, we can order it. Two weeks later it came. I can play the whole album. Every song is good. I have been listening to it everyday. The music store still doesn't carry it? I haven't heard any of their songs on the radio in months? This is my favorite album to date.


Posted by Elvislives:
Best album of 2001 bar none. These guys aren't getting the press they deserve.


Posted by emilily:
i think that primesth definitly should be receiving more attention then they are...but isn't that what happens with most good bands? they rock live and i can't wait til they come back to the US!!


Posted by aG:
Batman, that's cuz most music critics have no taste. Watch for our best of 2001 special.. you'll be pleased with the album of the year award!


Posted by Batman:
Why is this site the only place where I can find a review that actually likes Prime STH. I've read all these reviews saying their songs suck. I've never in my life heard an album that was this good. Each song is written well and performed perfectly. It cracks me up to see all these crappy bands out there who can barely play their instruments (ex. Blink 182) getting more play time than these guys. Prime STH rocks.


Posted by Eddie from Sth:
I know one of the members in the band and they are a bunch of great guys! Their whole CD R O C K S !


Posted by Erin:
I just saw these guys live and they ROCKED. They are officially my new favorite band. P.S. If you buy the c.d. the lyrics are in the cover.



Posted by Alaine:
Where th hell CAN I find lyrics to "I'm Stupid?" it's vexing me, I love that song so much.


Posted by rusty:
first of all guys, its just a name so get the hell over it if a coincidence occurs, second of all, Prime sth isn't kicking ass in the U.S. yet, but they sure are taking names. "I'm Stupid" is great, keep up the good work Prime sth.


Posted by johnnyrotten:
the sth is required, short for stockholm, just as Drain has to use it. Why? I think because there are two bands in the US already using those same names. So, if you knew anything about Drain, you would know why they have to use sth. Same goes for Prime. God I hate smart ass people who post all negative stuff at message boards.


Posted by nicky:
PrimeSTH is cool. i'm seeing them in four days. life is good...if anyone knows where to find lyrics to their other songs, though, life will be even better! i promise!! :)


Posted by Andy:
Why can't i find the lyrics to I'm Stupid anywhere?


Posted by headbanging_munky:
im in sweden right now. there are no f*ckin blonde bombshells and the beer here tastes like sh!t!! god it sux being this bored...


Posted by JaszuS:
I hope thinking of the STH didn't "DRAIN" you guys of anything. Rip-off.


Posted by debbie:
I heard "I'm Stupid" on the radio and have been looking for the album ever since. I only found out today that it's not coming out until next Tuesday. Augh!!


Posted by Natasha:
these guys are awesome! i like them a lot! great cd!


Posted by Jordon:
its an ALSOME cd


Posted by aG:
Max - no relation. But the CD is pretty damn good!


Posted by the max:
Prime STH? Any relations to Drain STH?


Posted by Some Guy Named Abe:
Hurry up guys. This is torture. Get those albums on the shelf, damnit!


 




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