Karate "Some Boots" Mini Epics Gore's keen ear for shimmering

Gore's keen ear for shimmering sonics and bellowing rhythm reinvigorates the Depeche Mode-branded synth-pop that's remained unique for the last 20 years

Wentz signed the group to his own imprint label

reignites the band's lore in arresting fashion

but considering that she was essentially growing up -- it was the equivalent of spending time in college -- when she came back with an eponymous record in the summer of 2001

As well as being sold at early live shows

Karate "Some Boots" Mini Epics Gore's keen ear for shimmeringOn 2002s Some Boots, Boston indie rock trio Karate further plumb the depths of their omnidirectional musical explorations. Every chord and beat works to deepen the pensiveness of Geoff Farinas impressionistic lyrics, that explore the emotional complexities of nostalgia. The eight song LP is housed in a tip on jacket, and includes a replica lyric sheet for the original kids and spies alike.