“17” is the anthem for every boy and girl rocking harder in high school! Music for Dead Birds come out “smashin” on their release “And then it rained for seven days…” on Rusted Rail Records. The additional album info describes the recording as taking place in “various sheds, attics & bedrooms in Galway and Mayo.” The end result represents clear intentions and highly creative song writing and recording techniques. Hailing from Galway Ireland, Music for Dead Birds create a sensual and driving folk influenced electric guitar rock music. The Lyrics are captivating and the vocal delivery together creates a strong focal point for the listener. Transitions between songs are surprising and make listening to this album refreshing and engaging. I appreciate the creative use of digital sampling and electronic drum programming mixed with acoustic instruments and voice. This 20 minute 3” release feels complete and sounds to me to be an important accomplishment for a band that I am sure has much more to come. I look forward to future works by both this band and their label! 8/10 -- Zachary Watkins (21 October, 2009)