Along the lines of Potshot and Goofy’s Holiday, Emeralds is Japanese punk, but don’t expect another carbon copy of hard driving four-minute songs (although many of the songs are that long). Absent is the harmonizing characteristic of this genre. It actually has a lot more standard rock and roll to it. Sure, it has an obvious Japanese bent, but it’s not a caricature of itself. You can take them seriously!
This band was created to play at The Catalyst in Santa Cruz. I am convinced. The next time they are in the states, they should play there. The sound is perfect for that place. And then I can go to Saturn Cafe afterward.
“Kiss Me Baby” ought to drive the girls wild. It has great sass and really ought to do nothing but turn you on. It reminds me of “The Cat With Two Heads” by The Aquabats, only without horns. “All My Love for You” has the potential to become an anthem. You just want to rip your shirt off and run around wanking your guitar. Those in the industry like to call that “rock out with your cock out.”
“Hey Everybody Let’s Dance Tonight!” is fun. Who could say no to an invitation like that? If The Emeralds are smart, then all sets open with that song. It really can set the tone with its catchy chorus. B-
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