Sophomore major-label release by nerdcore legends 2 Skinnee J's had everything wrong going for it. Shelved by its record company (Capricorn) who initially promoted it then pulled the plug over some sour grapes regarding Woodstock '99. Sold to another uninterested record company (Volcano) as part of Capricorn's bankruptcy proceedings two years later. Volumizer eventually made it onto CD racks without the benefit of advertisement or reviews as trade magazines claimed to have reviewed the initial Capricorn release and would not listen to the album twice. Needless to say, this gem was quickly forgotten and destined for discount rack purgatory. Yet, as often happens with albums like this, there is a lot to like on Volumizer. "Horns Of Destruction" is a great opener - perfect for your next bumpin 'house party and "Grown Up" is a pretty rockin' would-be pop hit that in instantly catchy. "Big Beat Evangelists" showcases the darker hip-hop sound of the band with a cool-ass groove but it's the bittersweet "Lemon Drop" that stands out as my favorite. Every guy has that one girlfriend who treated you like shit while you foolishly took it- this is the pefect homage to you fucking bitches out there. The song hits that shit on the nail - awesome stuff. Unfortunately there are some misses and some of the more "ballad-y" stuff seems a little out of place. There aren't quite as many sci-fi Star Wars references on this one either but you can't have everything I guess. Enjoy.
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