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by Chris White
Cavity Greg
Cavity Greg
Greg Records
2005
Cavity Greg was born in Pembroke Ontario. The band is the vision of Justin C. Allard (drums, vocals), songwriter and founder of Greg Records who teamed with Nelson Shamess (guitars, vocals) for the original tracks of this album and develop their unique sound. Justin Smith (vocals, guitars) was added to the mix and recording began spring of 2005. Joel Visutskie (bass, vocals) brings effortless audio tech skills was the final piece of the puzzle.

Recorded at Westworld Recording Studio in Pembroke, the 10-song album opens with a driving guitar anthem "Runaway". "Feel This Way" is filled with rich guitar solos and impressive drum work. 

The majority of the lead vocals from this album reminds me of ex-Midnight Oil's Peter Garrett. Justin Smith has a unique sound with electic range; seeing Cavity Greg live, Justin is a frontman's frontman by being more than a lead singer but a storyteller holding your attention

Cavity Greg prove they are not a one-trick pony on "Hey Girl" which is a fun number yet uniquely dark with some really twisted lyrics.

The standout track for me is "People In My Mind" with it's blend of harmonies and fret work. The lyrics are quite deep but speaks clearly.

There’s always people to talk to,
People who I can be honest and true,
Not people to sit they’re and judge me,
But people who can re-assure me,
I honestly do know that this ain’t all real,
I like it and now the way I feel,
I feel real and like just relieved,
Like going to confessions if you believe.

"Hungry Lady" is another attention grabber with it's brilliant guitar work. Being able to sound fresh and like no other band is the primer but somehow shades of Kansas, Boston and The Doobie Brothers come to mind while listening to the solo in this one.

Nelson Shamess lead guitar work on this album is quite impressive; Nelson and Justin Smith share lead guitar duties during their live shows

Greg Records is an independent record label and promotion company based in Pembroke, Ontario, Canada. Owned and operated by Justin C. Allard, Greg Records wants to be able to help and support up and coming musicians by recording and presenting great Canadian talent to the music scene throughout the world.

Cavity Greg tour dates and cool gear can be found on their website www.cavitygreg.com.

Chris White

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