The Yawpers, Human Question (Bloodshot Records)Denver trio The Yawpers are intense and dynamic on Human Question, a rambunctious album tracing some of the many paths that rock n roll takes through its deep foundations in the blues. The bands fourth album encompasses from approximations to white noise and Zeppelin-esque grooves to folky sentiments and indie jangle in R.E.M./Replacements mode. Its being presented as lead singer Nate Cooks therapy record, a more intimate approach than their previous release. With exceptions, Cooks traumas seem to be projected on the world, not kept within. The title track is another enigmatic highlight echoing the early 70s, while Dancing on My Knees, possibly about coming to terms with divorce, is bluesy and visceral though only half as much as Forgiveness Through Pain.

Source: ABC News April 19, 2019 16:18 UTC