Dudee and Roland Numbers

Album Review: Equalizer By Chemical Diary (7/10)


"Their rawness is reminiscent of early work by The Black Keys."


Dudee and Roland Numbers are Texas
 brothers who crafted this little gem of
 makeshift rock and blues via the legendary Capitol Studios in LA. The production
 is sparse and lean, giving this album a 
streamlined feel. The duo set their vibrant,
yet somewhat monotonic sound around
 sequenced drums that keep the groove in gear. Highlights include: the Lou Reed-like “A Kiss,” the Dylan-esque “Emotional Roller Coaster Ride,” the catchy Thorogood-inspired “I Can’t Help Singing the Blues” and the band’s personal story “Year Round It’s Warm and Sunny.” Their rawness is reminiscent of early work by The Black Keys.

Rating: 7/10

Never Die Records

Producers: Dudee and Roland Numbers