2005 November | one times one
opinions were like kittens i was giving them away. -modest mouse
there's nothing as something as one. -e. e. cummings

OTO Rating: 7/10
      Well, it’s obvious, isn’t it? The mellow electronic blips, the subdued vocals, the indier-than-thou aesthetic. From the first moment of Toothfairy’s Formative, references to the Postal Service are inevitable. So get them out of your system now, put “Clark Gable” out of your mind, and give Formative a chance. Because deep down, [...]

OTO Rating: 7/10
      Originally known as “Melatonin” the talented 3-piece Tasmanian band is formed by drummer Adam D’Andrea, bass player Kieran Holm and singer/guitar player Joe Nuttfall. The Indie-folk sound based trio formed in early 2001 and released their self-titled, experimental debut-CD before ever actually touring and establishing a fan base. How is this possible [...]

      Comparison is the new Explanation, or so it goes in the world of pop culture 2000 and beyond. To achieve Good (i.e. approval) resemblance to two or more variables already deemed Good is the only requirement. When factoring in a new band to one’s already keen musical sense, one merely needs to ask themself, [...]