Malibu Storm

Family trio raises a (Malibu) storm (Sep 2004)

It's no wonder that family band Malibu Storm's self-titled debut on Rounder Records defies strict categorization. According to bassist/vocalist Michael Alden, he and his twin sisters, Dana Burke and Lauren Mills, grew up listening to "everything from top 40 radio to old sea chanteys to Broadway show tunes." He believes that "good music is good music," but quickly adds, "make no mistake, though - we're a country band!" The album's first single, "Photograph," is the siblings' take on a 1983 hit by British heavy metal rockers Def Leppard. The tune showcases the group's talents and reflects their eclectic tastes.  ...