Search - Karate :: Pockets (Jewl)

Gorgeous jazz-inflected indie-rock-pop

Paul J. Escamilla | NYC | 11/18/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I have no idea why Karate remains so under the radar. They are by far one of the most talented and unique-sounding bands in existence. I have loved everything I've heard by them. This album especially delights me, as it features a lot of really tasty jazzy guitar riffing. The bass playing is also extremely nice and melodic and adventurous.



If you like rock music that deftly blends in the influence of jazz and prog without ever getting bombastic, slick or soul-less, then give Karate a listen."

Somewhat like G-Love and special sauce...without the rap

Dharma Bum | Chicago, Il | 10/13/2004

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Karate's most recent album, it is anything but contrived. Soulful lyrics, and good guitar riffs, etc. Songs 1-6 are great and worth twice as much as you'll pay. Clean album..."Water" is the jam. Buy it."