3peaceX serve a spicy spectrum of Rock on album, "Plain Ol’ Hot Sauce"
With their sophomore album, Plain Ol’ Hot Sauce, Los Angeles trio 3peaceX deliver an electrifying concoction of rock subgenres, each track a distinct flavor in their sonic spice rack. Jenni X (guitar and vocals), Mat Newman (bass), and Zack Perez (drums) blend their diverse influences into a cohesive, high-energy album that feels like a love letter to classic rock, filtered through the lens of modernity.
The album kicks off with “Front Row Seats,” an opener that’s as much a mission statement as it is a headbanging invitation. With its driving riffs and infectious energy, the track sets the tone for an album that refuses to be pinned down. There’s a raw, live feel to the recording that immerses the listener, transporting them straight to a sweaty downtown L.A. venue.
What sets Plain Ol’ Hot Sauce apart is the band’s ability to traverse the rock spectrum with ease. “In A Swamp” dives into blues-rock territory, its smoky groove and soulful bassline offering a gritty counterpoint to the album’s harder edges. Jenni X’s guitar work shines here, threading intricate licks through a thick, swampy atmosphere.
The tempo shifts again with “Sleep,” a fuzzy, psychedelic trip that feels like a nod to 70s experimental rock. Layers of distortion, ethereal vocals, and hypnotic drumming create a dreamlike soundscape that lingers long after the track ends. This kind of versatility—moving from raw rock to introspective psychedelia—is where 3peaceX truly excels.
Recorded at The Musician's Loft in downtown L.A., the album’s production enhances its charm. The live-in-the-room vibe captures the blood, sweat, and tears poured into every note. It’s unpolished in the best way, preserving the spontaneity and edge that’s often lost in overly produced records.
What ties the album together is its unapologetic authenticity. Whether it’s the gritty storytelling of urban life, the exploration of societal flaws, or simply the joy of rocking out, 3peaceX infuses every track with passion and purpose. You can actually feel the band having fun while playing, which with polished production nowadays, feels like a thing of the past.
All in all, Plain Ol’ Hot Sauce is a bold, uninhibited offering that’s as dynamic as the city that inspired it. It’s an album for those who love their rock with variety and their soundtracks with a bit of fire. Crank it up, let loose, and get ready to sweat—3peaceX have delivered a modern rock classic.
We urge everyone to feel the heat on this one and click those links below to listen, follow along, and of course to stay tuned for much more from the band!
Listen to "Plain Ol' Hot Sauce"
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