The Extraordinary Contraptions Present the Innovative, Animated ‘Inappropriate on Purpose’
December 9, 2009 · Print This Article
It’s theatrical, it’s rock n roll, it’s steampunk. The Extraordinary Contraptions present Inappropriate on Purpose, a blend of groovy bass lines and eloquent piano tunes, driving drums and dramatic vocals.
The album begins with a restlessness requiring action as Von Stadburg comments, “I’ve been holding my breath so long, I’m not even sure I’m still alive.” And now it’s time to breathe. The songs that follow reflect influences belonging to every genre of rock, along with blues and jazz notes. The group’s diversity is its strength, continually surprising you with innovative sounds. This multitude of musical flavors is bound together by the band’s characteristic animation, a theater presence which inspires you to cheer for the hero appearing on stage and boo for the ever-menacing villain.
An exceptionally lovely aspect of this band is that three of the four members are vocalists; they support one another while awaiting a turn under the spotlight. As the album mellows awhile, Ms. Bostwick sings “Fine,” a delightfully winsome and confident tune which continues the call-to-action theme, stating, “I’ve wasted long on you…. I’m taking back a piece of my life and I’m moving on.”
“Policy of Honesty” may be The Extraordinary Contraptions’ most representative song, featuring swirling instrumentals and prolonged vocal cries. The seething commentary turns to anguished echoing calls, ultimately culminating in screaming protests – “This policy of honesty is killing me!”
The album comes full circle with its final track, “Never Halfway Only.” After all the frustration is vented, after all the questions are asked and admonishments given, The Extraordinary Contraptions prepares to settle back in, to wait once more for all that is worthwhile, singing, “I’ll just be sitting right here, right here waiting…. I will be there for you till my dying day.”
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~ Myriah Christine, Contributor
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