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Michael Yovkovich | 07/10/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The musical journey for Stephen Kellogg has been a long and winding road. With his latest effort "Glassjaw Boxer," Kellogg shows his maturation as a songwriter through his most personal lyrics to date. Backed by the ultra talented and energetic Sixers, "Glassjaw Boxer" is a fresh blend of Kellogg's emotional lyrics and the Sixers' harmonic backing vocals, mixed in with rich musical arrangements. Building from their previous self-titled release, Stephen Kellogg & The Sixers make an even stronger claim to being a relatively unknown band that deserves both attention and respect. The album plays out as such:



1. Sweet Sophia- 9/10

A piano driven rock song that starts off the album in true Kellogg form.



2. Glassjaw Boxer- 7/10

An uptempo and hopeful song about not giving up in the face of adversity.



3. Cabin in the Woods- 8/10

Another uptempo tune that showcases great backing vocals and an emotional chorus.



4. 4th of July- 9/10

One of the best songs on the cd. A beautiful ballad, almost written in the form of a diary entry.



5. Sweetest Goodbye- 9/10

Piano driven song with beautiful lyrics and a great melody.



6. In Front of the World- 8/10

A softer song that has become a staple at Kellogg's amazing live shows.



7. Milwaukee- 8/10

Another piano driven tune that picks up the pace with strong melodies.



8. Father's Day- 8/10

An emotional ballad in which Kellogg is at his best, both lyrically and melodically.



9. Hearts In Pain- 10/10

The best song on the album in my opinion. This song starts out with a touching piano solo before giving way to Kellogg and his amazing lyrics about a broken marriage. "What would you say if I told you so true, that I love you more now that our marriage is through." This song alone is enough of a reason to purchase this album.



10. Why Are You Talking To Me?- 7/10

While not one of the best songs on the album, this uptempo song helps balance out all of the ballads preceeding it.



11. Big Easy- 9/10

A great way to close off the album. Featuring vocals from both Kellogg and drummer Brian "Boots" Factor, this song epitomizes what Stephen Kellogg and the Sixers represent, a band that truly enjoys their profession. The close bond that these artists have formed is evident, both on their albums and at their highly entertaining live shows.



Stephen Kellogg & the Sixers may currently be the best band that no one has heard of. But whether or not they ever become as big as they should be, one thing is for certain, these boys will continue to do what they do best, and that is to entertain and spread the passion they each have for music, something that you don't see as often as you should because of the corporate stranglehold on the music industry. So keep up the good fight Sixers, I have you ahead on my card."

Easy Listening

Nikolas Outchcunis | 10/18/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Glassjaw Boxer, Stephen Kellogg's latest CD, appeals to me (a 60+ baby boomer) because of its steady beat and thought-provoking lyrics. It is easy listening as I commute back and forth from work."

Best cd yet!

Erin Taylor | 08/08/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

""Glassjaw Boxer" is Stephen Kellogg's best cd yet. It shows how Kellogg has matured as a songwriter and how his band the Sixers are at their best yet.



"Sweet Sophia" starts out the record with a fast pace up tempo song that shows you what the Sixers are all about. "4th of July" (probably the best song on the cd) is a look back at past love and past life. "In Front of the World" has Kellogg giving advice to his younger brother before he goes off to college. The emotion in "Father's Day" is hard to resist.



Overall this is defiently the Sixers best cd. If you love this cd (which you will) be sure to check out one of their unforgetable, highly entergetic shows. Get on board now before they blow up and take over the nation!!"