Enough of my rambling; by now you probably get the picture that the band is weird and creepy. I've said that already, right? Of course I have. Now what about the music?
The music will draw you in and hold you in its thrall. The arrangements are quirky, the combination of polka, jazz, rock, metal, and lush acoustic melodies all blend into a musical stew that is unlike anything you are likely to find on the radio. None of the members strike me as virtuoso musicians; however, as we all know, it is not always how well you can play your instrument, but how well you collectively play your instruments together.
This the kind of music where songwriting and instrument arranging is king unlike a band like, say, Dream Theater where the virtuoso instrument performance is an integral part of what they are creating. Not every band is like that and nor should they. Polkadot Cadaver excels at creating quirky music and focusing on their strengths. The end result is eminently listenable, catchy, and a worthy alternative to instrumental virtuosity.
Once you get past the music I recommend that you give a slightly closer listen to the lyrics. The words will slowly -- or quickly depending on which song you start with --reveal the creepy, dark, disturbing, and perverse side of the band.
The band members fold sexual perversion, anti-religious sentiment, and murderous concepts ever so lovingly into the music. You may not notice at first, but once you do, you will either love the band more or be completely repulsed. I cannot say I agree with what they say, but their creativity knows no bounds and will likely prevent any type of mainstream acceptance, ever. That said, I will be there for any future work they put out.
Bottomline. If you like quirky music, darker themed lyrics, or are curious about music that isn't on the radio, seek out Polkadot Cadaver. The music is freaky, different, and uh, did I say quirky?
Highly Recommended.
Article comments
1 - sluggg
Polkadot Cadaver is the best thing to happen to music in years. Too bad they will most likely go unheard by 99.999... percent of the public. It may take a few listens to get used to it. But, once you do, you'll play it over and over again. And if you liked DFD's "Adultery", you should love "Commitment to a Bright Future" and their debut "Anarchists of Good Taste".
2 - dfd lover
YUP i whole heartedly agree!
Love the darkness and lyrics of DFD and soo glad that polkadot cadaver is continuing in it's footsteps! I highly recommend this record to everyone!
3 - #2pencil
What I don't understand, & never will, is that in various interviews Todd has claimed that DFDs inability to bring in money for the band was the reason for the break up. Yet the core members created PolkaDot Cadaver, & as the reviewer stated, will never stand a chance of hitting the mainstream. So what gives?
They went from playing the larger venues in Cleveland as DFD to playing low attendance no-name venues as PolkaDot Cadaver. *shrug*
Give us back our DFD!