Old 97's - Mimeograph

"Mimeograph is the new covers EP from our favorite Dallas band the Old 97's. It is a simple four song record that tackles The Rolling Stones, The Fratellis, R.E.M. and David Bowie. It is about a 50/50 success rate as the Scottish bounce in The Fratellis "For The Girl" fits nicely into the bands playful side, while Bowie's "Five Years" has Rhett Miller giving it a true emotional Americana take. "Rocks Off" by the Stones doesn't totally work because the Old 97's just are not gritty enough while "Driver 8" is a little too similar. Mimeograph still is a solid little edition to their catalog that should be a must pickup for fans." — The Fire Note