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Description:
Better Than Heavy by Mongrel, released 2 August 2011.
This version of Better Than Heavy comes as a 2xCD. -
"Lies" includes lyrics from a Nina Simone track, "I Wish I Knew How It Feels To Be Free."
CD2 contains dub versions of tracks appearing on CD1, mixed courtesy of Adrian Sherwood at On-U Sound Studios, Soho Recording Studios and Livingston Studios.
Track 1-01 "Barcode" is shown as a barcode on the CD sleeve
"Better Than Heavy" is a CD release by the band Mongrel, presented by the independent label Wall Of Sound. The album delivers a gritty, politically aware fusion of rock, hip-hop and electronic elements, built on punchy beats, heavy guitar riffs and incisive vocal performances. Lyrically, the songs tend to address social tension, urban life and personal resistance, while musically they move between driving, riff-oriented tracks and more groove-based, rhythm-focused pieces. The production emphasizes a raw, energetic live feeling, making this disc especially appealing to listeners who appreciate genre-blending crossover with attitude and substance.
Mongrel are known as a project that brings together musicians from different backgrounds to create a high-energy hybrid sound. Their music is typically marked by confrontational lyrics, a strong rhythmic foundation and a preference for powerful hooks that work both on stage and on record. As a band, they have built their reputation through an intense, performance-driven approach that blurs stylistic borders rather than fitting neatly into a single category.
Wall Of Sound, the manufacturer behind this CD, is an independent label that has become synonymous with stylistically open, often experimental releases within electronic, rock and pop-related music. The label is known for giving artists room for creative freedom and for curating a catalogue that places innovation and character above mainstream conventions. With "Better Than Heavy", Wall Of Sound continues this tradition by supporting a project that thrives on stylistic crossover and strong artistic identity. The combination of Mongrel's uncompromising sound and the label's open-minded philosophy makes this CD an interesting choice for listeners looking for something beyond the usual genre boundaries.
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In a nutshell...
Unusual mix of pure brilliance
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