It’s been a while since we were treated to a new Samiam album. And while “Orphan Works” is not a new album, it’s good to hear from these guys again. I don’t know about you but I’ll take Samiam outtakes over the latest screamo band any day of the week!
If you’re new to the band, then this is as good of an introduction as you can get to what these guys are all about. And if you’re a longtime fan, then I’m pretty sure that the energetic as fuck live versions of songs like “Bad Day” or “Clean” will win you over. Oh, the covers of Iggy Pop’s “Search And Destroy” and Pixies “Here Comes Your Man” in the middle are pretty cool as well.
In the end what you get is an 18-song document covering the six busiest years in the history of a great band who attacked everything they did - whether it was a live show or recording in Billy Joe Armstrong’s basement - with the same amount of energy and sincerity. Only a completely new album could’ve made me happier!
Score: 8.5 out of 10
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