The Cover Up (2004) While the band's name may evoke some rather harsh imagery, it's clear the happy-go-lucky electric '80s are what truly inspire IATWTC. The duo's newest manages… I Am the World Trade Center

Details Release Date: Jun 29, 2004; Lead Performance: I Am the World Trade Center

While the band's name may evoke some rather harsh imagery, it's clear the happy-go-lucky electric '80s are what truly inspire IATWTC. The duo's newest manages to soak up every last piece of sugary-sweet synth-pop from the drum-machine-laden era. Too bad they couldn't put it to better use than a record full of drab Casio ditties. Who knew there was such a thing as too much Blondie and Berlin?

Originally posted Jul 09, 2004 Published in issue #773 Jul 09, 2004 Order article reprints