The O.C. Supertones Albums (8)
'Revenge of the O.C. Supertones'
Release Date 1/1/2004
Tracks 12
Label BEC
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'Hi-Fi Revival'
Release Date 10/22/2002
Tracks 15
Label Bec Recordings
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'Loud and Clear'
Release Date 10/10/2000
Tracks 13
Label Bec Recordings
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What The Critics Say
The O.C. Supertones are by far one of the most lyrically intelligent Christian bands out there. One minute the band is using words and imagery like neo-orthodox, authentication, and Mephistopheles while turning to jury duty and the 'A' Team the next. "Escape From Reason" is P.O.D. with horns. The band mixes heavy guitars within the chorus then turn to ska stylings on the verse. The tune proves why Matt Morginsky is a fine ska/punk vocalist. "What It Comes To" features a guest rap appearance by DC Talk's Toby McKeehan. The cut is filled with hooks and hip lingo, showing the prevalence of God in everyday life. "Jury Duty" is a full-throttle toe-tapper. Touching on topics like having a bad attitude and forgetting your sister's birthday, the cut's chorus could relate to anyone. "You know I haven't had the best of days, but I want to stop and thank you anyways," "Lift Me Up" is an example of Morginsky's prowess. His ska abilities are unmatched. On some cuts his raps shine while he exhibits solid vocals on others. "Return of the Revolution" is musical dynamite. The tune pounds out a delectable bass groove. The cut boasts several musical peaks including the mix of sporadic guitars and horns and the rap-laced chorus tweaked by the Gospel Gangstaz. "Pandora's Box" is a mix of killer guitar riffs, a well-placed organ, and a driving bass and drum groove that leans towards the heaviness of Pax 217 and P.O.D. "Spend It With You" closes the release. The song has the kind of chorus that sticks like glue. With all-out ska power the cut captures the spirit of the band. "Loud and Clear" is a disc that permeates the pours with lyrical intelligence and musical ferocity, a pure smash from the O.C. Supertones. ~ Steven Losey, All Music Guide
What The Critics Say
This third release from the O.C. Supertones finds the Christian ska band exploring familiar themes of faith, devotion and love of God within a wholly inviting framework of bouncy pop-rock rhythms and catchy melodies. The high gloss production of Garth Richardson (Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rage Against the Machine) and engineer Darren Grahn (Metallica, Bryan Adams) imbues Chase the Sun with a unique musical versatility that succeeds on all counts. Matt Morginsky sings with meditative humility on "Refuge," impresses with straight dub on "Away from You" and ventures into hip-hop on the album's title track. Blending diverse tunes with consistent quality, the O.C. Supertones manage to make good music as they spread the Good Word. ~ Roxanne Blanford, All Music Guide
'The Supertones Strike Back'
Release Date 6/3/1997
Tracks 12
Label Chordant
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What The Critics Say
The Supertones' second album -- the appropriately titled The Supertones Strike Back -- may not be as consistently entertaining as the Orange County Christian ska-punk band's debut, but it's still a dynamic, enjoyable listen. Working from a blueprint Operation Ivy and the Mighty Mighty Bosstones wrote, the group has an infectious, party-ready sound, but their Christian beliefs guarantee that they have deeper lyrical meanings than the average party-hearty ska-punk group. At times, the blend of religion (which, admittedly, doesn't surface on each song) and ska can sound a little forced -- which wasn't necessarily the case on the debut -- but the end result is highly enjoyable indeed. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide
'The Adventures of the O.C. Supertones'
Release Date 4/24/1997
Tracks 12
Label Tooth & Nail
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What The Critics Say
The Adventures of the O.C. Supertones is a predictable set of ska-punk, meaning that the band and its songs are fairly pedestrian but they have enough energy to keep a party hopping. That doesn't necessarily make for a good record -- you need to have memorable songs or hooks, and the O.C. Supertones simply don't. However, this is a fairly kinetic, energetic record that will satisfy die-hard ska-core followers. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide
