Originally published in Verbicide issue #5

Appropriately titled, All That Matters is a benefit compilation for the American Cancer Society. Good comps are always better when portions of the proceeds go to certain nonprofit groups. This is a very pop-slanted CD, featuring the Unsung Zeros (what comp aren’t they on?), Longfellows, Side Out, Hope, OMBC, and more.

The highlights for me is the lengthiest track on the comp, a nice ska-toned song by Straight Edge Crack Whores, who come in second place in the greatest band name ever competition to Distorted Penguins, who also contribute a track.  The fact that a band exists with that name just makes me happy. This compilation costs just $5 — a cheap price to pay for a  good cause and some good music.

(Up To Zero Records, PO Box 669, Chino Hills, CA 91709)