Search - The Stone Coyotes :: Born To Howl

My New Favorite CD

Wickett Witch | Palm Bay, FL USA | 05/23/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"One review writer for a major publication described the Stone Coyotes as "AC/DC meets Patsy Cline." That's about as close as one can get, yet this family trio certainly has a sound both unique and awesome. I was virtually dumbstruck the first time I heard this disk, and it was my first exposure to this band. Their sound is powerful and crunchy, infectious and erotic. Every song on this disk is hot, hot, hot. Barbara's voice is both haunting and searing, and Doug and John form the tastiest rhythm section of any rock band today, bar none. Their cover of Dolly's "Joline" is particularly noteworthy. If you like rock, you absolutely must own this one."

This is a rock band.

Anthony Wilkey | Lawrence, KS USA | 02/13/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is a rock band. The Stone Coyotes, a family trio based in Massachusetts, drive home that fact in eleven tracks on their third CD "Born to Howl". This mother, father and son group create aggressive up-tempo music that stands with the best. Guitar, bass and drums taken to the extreme.The band consists of Barbara Keith on electric guitar and vocals, Stepson John Tibbles on bass and guitar and husband Doug Tibbles on drums. They formed the band after Barbara and Doug pulled back from previous careers and settled in Massachusetts. Barbara had previous success as a folksinger and songwriter in the 70's. Their previous CD's "Church of the Falling Rain" and "Situation Out of Control" introduced the world to their heart pounding, modern edged rock music. "Born to Howl" continues where they left off.The Stone Coyotes "Sound" starts with Doug's precise beat and pounding rhythms. John's bass fills out and adds sonic texture to the music and his lead guitar work on 3 tracks speaks of greater things to come. Barbara Keith's vocals lead the music with confident phrasing, dead on tone and pure passion. Barbara's guitar "sings" with as much intensity as her voice. Every track on "Born to Howl" shows this band for what they are, great musicians at the top of their game. No filler here. From the first track "Shake", a medium tempo portrait of a woman's past to the last track "Call off Your Dogs", an up-tempo rocker about pursuit, this CD doesn't disappoint. "The First Lady of Rock" tells the story of a women trying to make it as a rock musician. Barbara sings and plays her guitar like this song is about her life and maybe it is? On the track "Jolene", they cover an old Dolly Parton song and make it their own. John's guitar solo is a highlight. A standout song "Bound to Burn" has a punk like modern sound mixed with hard rock guitar work. Barbara's vocal carries the tempo forward with near perfect intensity.The production is clear and solid. Barbara Keith's voice sounds distinct across all tracks and the balance between instruments rings true. Doug's drums dominate when required and drive the tempo through all eleven tracks.Tony Wilkey"

Just when you thought they couldn't get any better

curiouserandcuriouser | Stamford CT | 04/12/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"There are very few things that need to be said about the new Stone Coyotes album "Born to Howl"....that it is the beat that is keeping the heart of rock and roll pumping is the least of them.Again, Barbara, Doug, and John have released an album that keeps you listening from beginning to end and then makes you turn around and come back for more. Barb's songs have continued to ripen and if she can write an album like this each year (Situation Out of Control was released less than a year ago!) you could only call her writing "prolific"..."The First Lady of Rock" is nothing short of an anthem, while the heartbreaking retake on Barb's 30 year old classic "Detroit or Buffalo" makes the song sound fresh while keeping her sounding like she is still 25. "Torn Asunder" is an instant mover and shaker and you'll find yourself in places you never thought imaginable while you are in the midst of the hauting "Four Times Gone"...If you haven't heard The Stone Coyotes, now is the time to start...and kick yourself for waiting this long. But certainly it is never too late to discover a good thing, just as it is never too soon for another dose of Coyote music."