Call Before You Dig - One Way Streets [DWNLD]

Rhythmic Variations of Sound strives to bring to you various flavors of music as long as they are both underground and noteworthy. Before I became heavily invested in techno, my soft spot was indie and alternative music. It is that very reason that I was glad to have the opportunity to write about Canadian band, Call Before You Dig. Call Before You Dig is not like any of those abbreviated artists; they deserve to have their name read out in its entirety. Call Before You Dig has recently released their first album through BandCamp, which is available here.

Here’s how they introduce themselves:

" Call Before You Dig began in the fall of 2008 when Ben and Jacob began playing together in Ben’s crowded basement jam space. Primarily a guitarist, Jacob took on the role of drummer while Ben switched between piano and guitar. However, they soon agreed that in order for the band to move forward they needed a drummer. Jacob and Joel had played music together in a practice space at the U of A. It quickly became clear that they had similar musical tastes and they shared a passion for playing music. In February of 2009 these three talented young musicians got together for the first time. There was an obvious chemistry between them from day one and after just a few jam sessions Ben remarked, “Call Before You Dig is officially a three-piece.” The wheels were set in motion and the trio began to practice together regularly, a distinct sound taking shape with each passing day. After a busy year, Call Before You Dig released their debut album One Way Streets on September 25, 2010. Soon after, the band packed up and moved west to set up shop in Vancouver. Stay tuned for the next thrilling chapter of the Call Before You Dig bio-saga. Includes our exploits as of late, the recording process, the legend of Bruce Mendrikis, and our new home in Vancouver! "

Also, a quick interview is displayed below to get a better grasp of the band and the electricity between them.



Imagine the perfect blend between an eight-minute indie instrumental and a two-minute indie implosion. The very result of such a blend is the band Call Before You Dig. While I was listening to their album, I could not help but believe that they were in fact a 23 piece band performing in an old concert hall, with the audience as dressed up as could be, while I overlooked it all with my golden binoculars. The very trip that One Way Streets brings you is both a winding and twisted journey that leaves you emotionally drained by the end of it. This album will transport you elsewhere on a Wednesday afternoon. Screw the Parental Advisory sticker, this album needs a Fasten Your Seatbelt sticker. From the vocals that leave you wide mouthed, much like a kid in a dentist chair, to the sultry sound of the multiple drum rolls throughout the album, this band is onto something huge. So what're you waiting for, scrape up a couple of dollars and buy this album for an upcoming and inspired band.

Check out and purchase the whole album below!

Call Before You Dig - One Way Streets [DWNLD]

Good luck to you guys at Call Before You Dig and remember to enjoy that Cupcake Reacharound!