Dada

by Stephen Thomas ErlewineWith their clean pop sound, catchy melodies, and clever lyrics, some journalists labeled Dada the Police of the 90s, although the trio wasnt as musically adventurous as that group. Nevertheless, the bands debut record, 1992s Puzzle, was an updated version of the polished guitar pop that the Police pioneered in the early 80s. On the strength of the single Dizz Knee Land, the group earned a fair amount of press and sold a number of records. When they delivered their second album, American Highway Flower, in 1994, Dada wasnt able to capitalize on the promise of their debut and the record slipped off the charts soon after its release. 1996s El Subliminoso met a similar fate; their self-titled fourth LP followed two years later.