The self-titled
Table album collects the complete recordings of the Chicago band
Table, who disbanded in 1993 following the loss of their bass player. The group's heavy, bombastic rock has certain elements in common with
Slint and Bastro, but for the most part it treads territory well-known to
the Jesus Lizard (although with a bit more of a classic rock and heavy metal influence). The songs collected on
Table are well-written, well-performed and occasionally stunning; the band works its sledgehammer sound amazingly well, and it's a shame there's not more material available from them.