Nightmare of the Elf Graveyard Dance Party....

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Just because I have a HUGE crush on the lead singer does not mean I cannot be objective about Nightmare of the Elf.  Infectious dance beats mixed with intelligent, often humourous and witty lyrics make this band worth hearing. Best of all, strong guitar and drums back up John Landau’s powerful, versatile voice.  He can do a mean Peter Murphy, Sid Vicious or Danny Elfman but with a very personal twist of his own. Landau’s knowledge of psychology, sociology and mythology weaves it way through the album, but never pretentiously; this band knows how to keep things playful and danceable. “Waste” and “Brat” are awesome punk rock anthems.  The catchy, self-reflexive “I Have No Name” will stay in your head. “Time to Go to Work” provides new wave social commentary to bounce around to.  “Lucy” is a romantic goth love song that anyone who likes my books will probably enjoy.  “Visions” is utterly haunting.  Well, maybe I’m not totally objective (that lead singer is REALLY cute, smart and sexy) but I still really love this album. Think! Feel! Laugh Dance! Rock out! Make out! Check out Nightmare of the Elf!....