--- CD Reviews ---

Tampa's Cote brothers - bassist Charles, guitarist William and drummer Daniel - make a strong first impression with their debut, "Max Q.'' The band's love of power trios, from Rush to The Police, is apparent. Opening track "Mercury in Retrograde'' features a guitar lick that's a dead ringer for Rush's Alex Lifeson. But the Engineers don't get bogged down in technique spotlighting, instead devoting their talents to straight-ahead rockers such as ``Tell Me Why'' and bouncy pop such as "Be Here Tonight". Brotherly harmonies add heart to the title track and "The Longer Now'', as well as a cover of Simon & Garfunkel's "The Sound of Silence''.

--Curtis Ross - Tampa Tribune's Friday Extra

The Reverse Engineers evoke both heady trios like Rush and the Police, and austerely quirky old-school college-rock combos like The Fixx or Talk Talk. There's plenty of reverb-filled air between the copious notes, but there are also plenty of hooks and double-take-inducing riffs and lyrics on Max Q. ...

A majority of the tracks come off as strangely attractive, and overall, these three brothers have crafted an original, compelling power-trio sound that's sure to intrigue older rock fans, adventurous younger listeners and musicians of all stripes. They're a band's band for sure, but not too much of one.

--Mark Sanders - Weekly Planet (Weekly Tampa Bay Entertainment Newspaper)

--- Reactions from Fans ---

I love the Reverse Engineers

Every now and then there comes along a band with a rare unique gifted sound, that band is the Reverse Engineers..here in beautiful San Diego California, me and my friends listen to this cd so much..that we literally fight over it..We are all Rush-heads..but the Reverses DON'T SOUND like Rush...Reverse has a sound that I cannot quite describe...you have to hear them for yourself, A voice reminicent of The Fixx ..with a sound sort-of like the Police and all the good elements of really early U2 (back when they were good)...one of the things i like the most about reverse is the heart in their music that one can detect...there is a sincere honesty to reverse..(these are good honest guys...pure people..who DO NOT bullshit around,..reverse may not have the most update 90's sound but they reach for honesty and one has to go back to the 80's (or 60's) to get it...a cover of the Simon & Garfunkel song is excellent and near the end is a tender accoustic piece which calls one sort-of to Rush Hemispheres' type lyrics..."if we can walk the same path' then i will understand,"...very heart-felt...so many of the songs deal with quest for Love in this mixed up world of tattoos and skateboards that the purity of reverse almost brings one to anger (or tears) not just for their music ...but for the fact that so many quality bands like these are overlooked in the music industry ...sometimes intentionally or otherwise..to sign Hip hop or more standard tried and true "alternative rock"---I would prefer a radio culture today that plays lotsa bands with sincerity like Reverse !

--Clark Hagins - San Diego, California

Can you say Quality Music?

Then just listen to this. I love the harmony

vocals...MORE MORE MORE!!

--gordonMc - Athens, Alabama

Just received your package of poster, cd's, and t shirt. I am extremely happy with the purchase. My band mates like the music as well.

--Steve Shine - New York

MAX Q received

Listened to it several times already - good and loud!! It gets better [and better] with each additional listening - Congratulations - one excellent piece of music!! Really into the sounds - looking forward to hearing more!

--Frog - UK

WOW! All I can say is WOW!!

I LOVE THIS SONG! The lyrics really moved me.. Awesome. Id love to hear more ....Keep up the good work.

--joelavoie - St.Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Vocals are great!

Your vocalist is awesome. You definitely have something going with this song. Good energy.

--Paris, Salt Lake City, Utah

The vocalist got my attention on this. Very clear and good voice. I especially liked the guitar in this too....these are exceptional musicians. No doubt one of the better songs in this genre.

-- opiehicks

Springfield, Missouri

"Ah...brother bands are so tight...all those years of beating the hell out of each other pay off! Lots of hints and sounds of Rush from these gents."

Station manager, The Rush Factor

"3 brothers who have clearly placed their finger on the pulse-beat of the alternative sound. It has been quite some time since a band had such a crisp sound with great vocals demonstrated this much talent. Keep an eye out for this band as they will be going very far! "

--Mike V., Hidden Sanctuary 2

I want to buy it!

This song kicks ass! The lyrics are real ambiguous, but that is part of what makes the tune so cool!

--Anonymous, Willard, Utah

Schooled musicians and a solid tune.

I love the harmonies that drop in on the very first word. This song is a bit odd, in structure, but so much of what I have heard sounds the same so I will give you extra credit for that. The production is solid and the performances are great. This song reminds me a bit of Rush, but that is not an easy band to emulate. Kudos on bringing solid musicianship to garageband.

-- sputnikmonroe

Playa Del Rey, California

Reminds me of Early U2.

The music itself, which features some atmospheric Edge-like guitar, reminds me of "War"-era U2. That's not a bad thing, as the sound is complemented by a voice that sounds totally unique and isn't too showy for its own good. This is a likable sound, and a nice chord arrangement, too.

-- cotband

Mifflintown, Pennsylvania

Skirtin' with the top 40...

Nice vocals, nice harmonics... Top 40 potential.

--sexualchocolate, Anon, Texas

Great new Band.

Extremely tasteful and well written! Excellent song! I love the guitar chord changes. The solo. The lyrics.

--Anonymous, Collegeville, Pennsylvania

Blue Country--

The voice reminds me of the stuff Blue Rodeo does up in Canada

--LowkeyEnzo, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

awesome cool yeah

wowowowowowowowow you're song is so awesome! Can't wait to hear you on the radio!

pelicon17 - Tulsa, Oklahoma

"The Reverse Engineers take alternative minimalist guitar approaches in to the realm of progressive rock with this "ala Rush" track."

Station manager, AAA.AXEMASTERS@MP3.COM

"This song is great. Really well-mixed, really well put together. Totally in tune, I think this is something I'd put on a movie soundtrack for a really good Suspense or Drama kinda' movieŠ"

Station manager, Degeneration 101 Radio

Golden Era of Alternative!

Decent riffage. Voice fits well with music. Pretty kick-ass overall. Reminds me of the golden days of alternative.

Anonymous - Gainesville, Florida

Rockin--

"This is the type of song I think about when I hear the word ROCK. Powerful drums and guitar, good lyrics and vocals."

Station manager, Only Real Rockers Here

Cool progression and you can dance to this. decent harmonies too. sounds very New York.

--saddino, Washington, DC

Jump And Shake!

Witty, and engaging. Great beat, great vocals...extra bass and lead guitar: this tune makes you want to jump and shake.

--Lioneagle - Washington, DC

This song moves. There's a really cool guitar hook... The vocals are strong. Reminiscent of Cowboy Mouth. The bass is thumping; the drums are good and noisy (lots of cymbals) which I think help add to the 'screw y'all and listen to our song' attitude. Good job.

--timwpopp - Austin, Tx

Solid and driving beat.

Nice driving sound. The vocals remind me a little of Naked Raygun. A nice solid tune.

--RaycerX - Stockholm, Sweden

I Dare You Not To Groove!

Right away, the groove of the song got my attention. It pleasantly surprising to hear a singer who sings on-key as well. The guitar solo was sweet and simple - exactly what the song called for. The song never took me to a place that I didn't want to go. The lyrics had a little Morrison-y feel to them which also added a nice touch. Overall, good job!

--godcomplex - Tustin, California

You've got me at once by the bass intro. I'm a sucker for that! Singer has a Billy Idol thing happening that is really cool! Production-wise, the drums could be brought up a little more, but that is just nitpicking. Cool song.

--jpw216 - New York

Cool Sound...

This track has a cool beat and sound. Good luck in getting the recording contract. There is nothing I would do to make this track better. This track sounds cool and deserves the recording contract. Keep up the great work!

--PunkMusic182 - Highland, California

I like the track ,guitars are good and the music goes with the lyrical content.

--sage11 - Bremen, Ohio

Good vocals!!

...a very good tune... can't stop listening to it. Keep it up.

J_Balls - Safford, Arizona

Swelling vocals lay down an ocean of sound. Masterful guitar streams my ear and wakens my aura. This tune could be next years big hit with right people pushing the right buttons. More drums and bass volume.

--Flog - Apo, Ap, Korea

Real Music Is Still Out There.

Good song. Original idea and a good performance.

THLH - Flat Rock, Michigan

This song is constructed really well. Sounds like you should already have a record deal.....

--Cel32 - Faber, Virginia

This band IS super!

Lots of talent on this track. I cannot criticize or even suggest anything, but that they keep playing.

Donibscott - Richmond, Missouri