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Scream Poet, Scream
Illegitimate Descendent of a Pope

Independent (2006) Tohm

Scream Poet, Scream – Illegitimate Descendent of a Pope cover artwork
Scream Poet, Scream – Illegitimate Descendent of a Pope — Independent, 2006

Out of Chicago, Illinois, Scream Poet, Scream play energetic punk. Some songs, like "Trainwwreck," are harsh and dissonant while others - see "I Have Decided to Starve" - have pop sensibilities. They remind me of an opening band... not a specific band, just one of those groups you find yourself paying some attention to as you wait for the other bands to perform. This music is mildly entertaining, but it's nothing sensational. I'd call it a weird combination of old My Chemical Romance with a hint of Bear Vs. Shark.

3.8 / 10Tohm • December 31, 2007

Scream Poet, Scream – Illegitimate Descendent of a Pope cover artwork
Scream Poet, Scream – Illegitimate Descendent of a Pope — Independent, 2006

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