The Like
"Are you thinking What I'm Thinking?"
By: Dennis M. Kelly


Some say that the so-called 'chick rock" is getting out of hand; that there are far too many girl bands out there already. But then comes a band like THE LIKE, that comes into the scene with their first full length release entitled Are You Thinking What I am Thinking? (Geffen) and they just make you thankful that these girls do in fact ROCK!


'THE LIKE consists of Z Berg, lead vocals and guitar, Charlotte Froom on bass, and Tennessee Thomas on drums and you can feel their chemistry flow right off the album. Berg's vocals, Froom's bass and Thomas' drums complement each other in a way that feels 'just right" when you listen to their album, not too much or too little of any one thing. Berg's vocals glide over her melodic guitar ever so gracefully, but don't be fooled, because she has an equally powerful voice that would give a seasoned pro a run for their money. Froom's bass has a smooth, steady rhythm and keeps in perfect synch with Thomas's tight, yet artistic style of drumming.

Produced by an original member of Prince and the Revolution, Wendy Melvoin, co-produced by John Goodmanson (Blonde Redhead, Bikini Kill, Deathcab for Cutie), and mixed in London by Alan Moulder who has worked for bands like Jesus and the Mary Chain and My Bloody Valentine, this album has been crafted by some pretty big names in music and it definitely shows. The majority of the album is based on good, solid rock-n-roll and power ballad styled tunes with a pop flair that will appeal to a very large audience. Their sound is easily acceptable and enjoyable to listen to at any time of the day. And for these girls to have just graduated High School only last year, I feel they've mastered the sound, the sound of success… way to go girls!

THE LIKE are currently on tour, opening for Tori Amos and will be coming to the Pritzker Pavilion in Chicago on August 31st, I encourage you all to go check them out if you can.

4 out of 5 stars