Album Review: Stealing O’Neal - 'Spin For Me (EP)'

2 June 2007 | 6:13 pm | Staff Writer
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Debut EP from young Melbourne quintet…

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On paper, Stealing O’Neal is an extremely impressive band. In the 2 or so years they’ve been

together, SON have racked up more 200 shows – the majority

of which were without the aid of an official release. 


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Having played with local heroes

Kiss Chasy and Angela’s Dish, as well as international acts such as

Limbeck (USA), The Audition (USA) and New Found Glory (USA), Stealing

O’Neal have earnt themselves a musical resume that most bands

would kill for. 


So, after saying all that, is Stealing O’Neal’s debut EP any good? It’s far from being great,

but it’s definitely not bad. Taking into account how young the members

of SON are, “Spin For Me” is a valiant effort from

a group of kids who have the potential to develop into something far

more accomplished. 


Each of the five tracks on offer

seems to follow the same, strict pop-rock formula but in their defense

the hooks are something the listener can at least walk away singing

to themselves.  


While vocalist Chris Scott may

sound a little strained at times, I have no doubt that within a year

of touring, writing and recording, his abilities – along with the

rest of his band – will improve.


Although “Spin For Me

won’t set the world ablaze, it’s a solid debut nonetheless and I’m

interested to see what Stealing O’Neal can produce next time round.

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4. Lullaby For The Loveless