D.C. area readers may be familiar with Godhead, who after
years of schlepping it around the east coast have the distinction of being
the first band signed to Marilyn Manson's Posthuman Records label. They've
toured with Manson as well, granting them a great deal of exposure, and
2000 Years of Human Error shows every indication that the band is
ready for the next level. With some excellent production talent on board,
courtesy of Danny Saber, and mixing from John X Volaitis (who's also done
work for Manson and for Orgy, and whose touch is evident here), Godhead's
first major release (they've had a few indies) passed through some capable
hands on its way out the door. The first track, unfortunately, sounds a
little too much like Nine Inch Nails (an acknowledged influence) for
comfort; another selection would have been a better choice, as there's
plenty of distinctive music on this album to choose from. Particularly
notable is the almost-ballad "Tired Old Man," which also features guitar
work from Bowie guitarist Reeves Gabrels, and an especially spooky cover
of "Eleanor Rigby." Godhead are clearly poised for the big time; where
they'll go from here remains to be seen.
-- Originally appeared on Gothic.net, June 2001