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...band’s mellow guitar tone yields a somber mood, evoking a less interesting Interpol. But whereas Interpol glide effortlessly between peppy and solemn, these songs are rarely fun. Even the power-pop infused “Everywhere You Turn” and “All Sewn Up” feel tedious. The album’s low point, appropriately titled “Meet Me at the Bottom,” tries too hard to evoke feelings of uselessness. Perhaps the song does its job too well...
Although the album has its high points—such as the mellow Smashing Pumpkins-esque “Puppet Master,” it mostly occupies a low plateau. The instrumentation is often too bare for the songs, barring them from getting anywhere. Roadie and Kyle’s vocals are often lacking as well, clearly straining on high and midrange notes alike. Their occasional feeble attempts at harmony only worsen the effect. Finally, the occasional extended jams (as in “T.V.”) sound frantic and gratuitous, like Phish at their worst...
Though he has amassed a fortune selling access to celebrity, the never-married Fuller has kept a low profile by industry standards. In spite of the frenzy always surrounding him--when among industry types, he is literally pulled in all directions--his tanned face often sports a mellow half-grin. He is personable and loves to touch, offering hugs and hearty handshakes to anyone within reach...
Krispy Kreme: $9.99 for a 1-lb. bag. The newcomer was the winner with most of our tasters, who praised the Mellow & Mild Smooth blend for its "solid, smooth taste" and "great smell." The dissenters complained of an aftertaste and wished for a bolder flavor...
...activities, "supported our requests for visas and passed them on, so it was a surprise when they were denied," says Hay. "We decided not to bring in a new group of volunteers." Hay's mild words are clearly designed to ease tensions. And Corps director Gaddi Vasquez echoes his mellow view. "We're disappointed, but we respect a country's right to determine the merits of volunteer service," he says. "This is a situation we encounter from time to time. Last year we closed programs where economic development has grown sufficiently that the countries determined that a continuation would...