Put
on Philadelphia-based Leiana’s album, Page, and
stand back. It’s
a blistering 13-track debut of polished, energetic skate
punk that should connect even with those who don’t
don helmets or elbow pads. Just as long as they like music
that packs a punch. In addition to Leiana’s sultry
vocals, music veteran Chuck Treece (Bad Brains, Urge Overkill)
produced and co-wrote the album, and performs sizzling
guitar leads throughout.
While
the amps often crank to eleven like the band’s the
second coming of Jane’s Addiction, tunes like “All
Over” and “Miss Ya” provide some breathing
room. The album sounds great thanks to a quality production,
and Leiana’s hypnotic vocals and Treece’s riveting
guitar make an indelible imprint by album’s end.
Favorite
Track: Track 11, “Dirty
Car”