Search - Heaters :: Live & Live Again

New wave power pop heaven

06/19/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Since having their first album (and only studio)Have an Idea chosen as one of the fifty best power pop albums of all time. The Heats have resurrected themselves first in the form of what was essentially a reissue of Have an Idea by Chuckie Boy records and now in Live and Live Again. This release features a disc of live tracks from their late 70's/early 80's heyday and a disc of tracks recorded at their reunion show (without Don Short) in 2001. As a fan of the band I am happy to say that I am pleased to have these recordings. The sound quality isn't perfect and there are a couple of rough spots, but the quality of the song writing, Steve Pearsons distinctive voice and the band's abundant energy carry them through. The band delivers all the favorites from Have an Idea and a number of songs that were never officially released. I was also pleased to hear that the band did not use any of the tracks from their 83 release Burnin' Live so I for one still have something to look forward to."

The Most Underrated Power Pop Band of the 80's!

VickyW | Freeland, WA United States | 08/22/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This CD reminds you just how good "power pop" music is, and clearly illustrates why the Heats/Heaters were such a vital force in the late 70's/early 80's Seattle rock scene. In a time now where pop music is continuously bland and uninspired, it is refreshing to hear tunes with clever, catchy melodies that defy you not to sing along, or to dance around your living room. I always thought they sounded kind of like what a new wave Beatles might have sounded like, beating with a rock and roll heart. As a devoted follower of the band, I always felt passionately that they never truly obtained the national recognition they so richly deserved. This CD is a must for those of you who loved the music of the early 80's, or anyone who loves upbeat, danceable rock and roll. While you're at it, track down their other CD, "Smoke," released under the name The Heats. You won't be sorry!"