YOUNG MARBLE GIANTS: (Rough Trade) :: A breath of fresh air, sure; a minimalist's dream band, definitely; but is it rock 'n' roll? Probably not, but who cares? Just rhythm box, bass, guitar or organ, and (female) voice; little in the way of diversity, dynamics or drama. But the songs are well-written, the singing casual but clear, and the whole project gives new meaning to the idea of understatement. Don't know if I'd want a steady diet of this stuff, but it sure sounds good every time I put it on the box. M.D.