16 Horsepower

I'm giving it 4 stars but the track Haw gets 5+.I had this CD many years ago and lost it. The song Haw is such a haunting song that I just had to purchase another copy of the CD. It's out of print so I was lucky to find a used copy for sale.If you haven't heard Haw, go ahead and Youtube it. It will knock your socks off.

This EP is definitely the most foot-stompin', hard driving of all the 16HP records, though Sackcloth 'n' Ashes comes close. For some reason, 16HP has never had the kind of success in the US that they've had abroad (they are THE most popular band in the Netherlands), probably because their music is hard to pigeonhole (goth psychobilly? thrashgrass?) and to market. They deserve to have a bigger audience, especially within the growing alt-country/americana scene. Buy two of this EP and give one to a friend, it's [inexpensive] and you'll both thank me.A note on the lyrics: there has been a lot of emphasis in American reviews on the religious content of their lyrics, which surprises me because they're no more religious than Johnny Cash or Nick Cave, and no one calls either of them a Christian rocker. If you are not a religious person (I'm not), don't worry that this album will sound "preachy". Their songs are rarely about God, they're about imperfect people wrestling with their demons, and sometimes losing. David Eugene Edwards was raised by a fire-and-brimstone preaching grandpa in Texas, ran away from home at 16, moved to the city and joined a punk band. I think that pretty much says it all.

A great EP that showed there was something different and unique about this group. A must have for fans of "gothabilly" or cool music.

Enough said. The moment I put this album on I got goosebumps. There really is never a time this band isn't an option to listen too- regardless of any mood this album and this bad is going to satisfy. Really, this album is a no brainer.

great music for a great price!

One of the best bands ever!!!