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Splendid - August 2004 - “…this juicy little space-pop nugget should be enough to tag them as one of the best-unsigned bands in the country.”
The Stranger NYC - July 2004 - “Pretty in Pixels is the best 25-minutes of fun you can drop eight bucks on this year. It’s rare these days for a band to come around with heaps of talent and even more potential.”
Big Yawn - June 2004 - “…the lyrical imagery and layers of sound tended towards the cinematic, [and] the standout vibrato of their vocalist really captivated.”
Mystery and Misery - June 2004 - “This is perfectly crafted pop music that you could either chill out to or use to impress your friends at your ability to find such quality music.”
Life During Wartime - May 2004 - “Recorded in one week after the famous NYC blackout, Pretty in Pixels delves into the subconscious nature of the band’s most perverse desires…”
Indieworkshop - April 2004 - “These guys manage to rather successfully take all of these elements and swirl ‘em all up to a level of foamy richness where I feel very relaxed, kicking back on the sole cushy chair in my new living room doped on red wine.”
Sponic - March 2004 - “The incredibly well-constructed and polished album defies the usual DIY aesthetic.”
Delusions of Adequacy - February 2004 - “…the production on Pretty in Pixels is impeccable, and the songwriting and musicianship even more impressive.” [see related interview]
Crashin’ In - February 2004 - “…soon the interest grew into a strong love. Now I am having problems getting it off my stereo.”
Left Off the Dial - February 2004 - “The production on this album sounds absolutely beautiful.”
UsedWigs - February 2004 - “…this impressive EP is awash in understated kinetic energy — pleasingly odd noises and layers of sensual sound…”
IGN Music - January 2004 - “The Fatales deliver the best album you’ve never heard.” [see related interview]
Left Off the Dial - December 2003 - “Best Mid-Atlantic Releases of 2003 - Harajuku Hip”
The Tripwire - July 2003 - “Be on the look out for The Fatales…combining the best of BRMC and Muse.”
Delusions of Adequacy - April 2003 - “…lovely shimmering guitar lines - acoustic and electric mixing nicely with some synth - for a wonderful pop feel.”
Left Off the Dial - April 2003 - “…testosterone-driven, male as a sex symbol kind of guitar rock that makes any warm body want to sway its hips, spin a gun barrel, and think dirty thoughts.”
Richmond.com - September 2003 - “The slinky synth sounds of D.C.’s answer to Interpol…”
Swizzle-Stick - February 2003 - “I’ve heard the future of rock and roll and it’s called The Fatales.”