Pastepunk.com gives the HorrorPops CD a strong review!

While it may not be as cool an album name as "Hot Damn!", "Hell Yeah!", the debut album from Danish group HORRORPOPS, is an enjoyably innovative release that should shed some light on the more positive aspects of the psychobilly movement (never heard of it? You're not alone). HORRORPOPS features frontwoman Patricia on the standing bass, complimented by Kim Nekroman of THE NEKROMANTIX. To top things off, the sextet is flanked by two Go-Go dancers, solidifying the group as having one of the more original arrangements you'll see. However, don't let their near-gimmicky style blind you from a musical style that is addictive and unique, bringing together elements of new wave, 70's punk, and good old 50's style rock n' roll.

HORRORPOPS has been compared to the likes of NO DOUBT, and there are definite similarities between the two. Certain tracks off of "Hell Yeah!" have a borderline ska sound, reminiscent of "Tragic Kingdom" era NO DOUBT. More obvious links would be to groups such as BLONDIE or labelmates NEKROMANTIX, but it's really unfair to pigeonhole the band any further. HORRORPOPS offers up something fresh and imaginative by warping past styles in a twisted rejuvenation of their roots. It's impressive how the group mixes so many different elements together and actually pays homage to their influences through their music. Rather than just slapping a "influenced by everything from punk to rock to rockabilly" sticker on the insert sheet, the band's roots are actually apparent through the music. It isn't mainstream, it's not generic, and it's definitely not trendy, so HORRORPOPS deserve a certain level of respect in my book, and hopefully this debut only shows the beginning of a long career for the group.

-Elliot Cole
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