If
my car suddenly acquired one of those earthshaking sound systems that
vibrates windows for a block in each direction, this might be the first
CD I'd play. There's nothing subtle, or serious, about these guys -- just
three smiling lads from California with a set of Highland bagpipes and
assorted drums, having a lot of fun blasting away on an assortment of
traditional and modern Scottish jigs, reels, hornpipes, and marches. A
percussive wall of sound from snare and tenor drums and a booming Macedonian
bass tappan reinforce Aaron Shaw's turbocharged piping on most tracks,
with a couple of slow airs thrown in for a breather. Highly recommended
for anyone who likes Scottish pipes and drums played with skill and power,
or who just wants to scare off the neighbors.