The history of rock is littered with "supergroups", i.e. entities formed by
musicians already famous for their work with well-known bands. The existence of
these formations is often short-lived and disappointing, either because of ego
problems or because of the musical quality developed by these star musicians.
Down is an exception: a recreational project from the outset, it struck hard
with NOLA in 1995. Down II in 2002 was disappointing, but the band came back
strong with Over the Under in 2007. Diary of a Mad Band is released in October
2010, featuring Down's 2006 European tou...