The Parallax Project is a loose collective of musicians centered around lead vocalist/guitarist Michael Giblin. On his new album I Hate Girls he does a fine job with the opening track “All The Same,” full of Revolver-styled rhythm and a workman-like effort in the chorus. Much like Squeeze meets Elvis Costello, “The Day After Tomorrow” is has a compelling lyrical story that leads to a catchy chorus with guitar and organ breaks, “it’s all about singing a brand new song” he intones. “It’s So Easy” will remind people of Phil Seymour with it’s sunny sound and understated beat. The title track and it’s follow up “Waiting To Pull The Trigger” are similar to more recent Glen Tilbrook efforts, with some nice guitar solo work on the latter track. Some of the tracks are a little too understated (“Half”) and although very easy on the ears, Michael need to push those hooks to the next level to be a bit more memorable. By the albums mid point things loosen up and sound better for it. A big highlight here is the energetic “Coming Around” which reflects Michael’s time spent touring, hanging, and recording with The Plimsouls. “You And Me” is another fun tune. All capped off with a very cool cover of Martha and The Vandella’s “Needle In A Haystack.” Kool Kat Musik has a special offer on this one with a bonus disc of 11 pop favorites from The Kinks, XTC, ELO and more performed by The Parallax Project.
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But, oh, is that title cut catchy, and rather hilarious.