There's been a bit of slacking in the blogging department as of late, I've been relatively busy with the return of school, not that i couldn't find the time. I've been too busy breaking out the room mosh to the new Bitter End record, Climate Of Fear. This record is awesome in just about every way. I'm usually not a huge fan of metallic hardcore but 2007 seems to be dishing out the goods in this department, the new To The Lions and Allegiance LP's are both memorable listens.
The vocal delivery on this record is beyond venomous at times, it never seems out of place and the occasional growl really adds to the authenticity. Almost every riff is perfectly placed and the breakdowns, while maybe not the most original are very well done. Coupled with politically and socially vibrant lyrical content and some great bass lines and you have one of the best releases to date in 2007.
Other stuff I've been listening to as of late:
Robot Whales - Vehicle
Groovy hardcore with really well written lyrics.
Strung Out - Blackhawks Over Los Angeles
This band just keeps getting better, melodic skate punk with some awesome metallic riffs. They've gotten a bit more pop over their last two records but its only enhanced their sound.
Outlast - Trust
Everything about this band rules, I'm working my way through their discography and this is the latest release I've had a chance to listen to. I'm still missing some of their stuff so if anyone knows where i can order it or download it, let me know.
Uniform - Screaming for Change
This stuff gets better and has more meaning with every listen. For me this band marks a landmark in hardcore punk. The song Once I Cry is unbelievable and would make an awesome band name.... at least i think so.
Once I Cry
The rain begins
And yet the sky is clear
My eyes are shut tight
No one gets in here
My mind’s in a room
With no windows or doors
Away from the hands
That wrap tight around my neck
My neck, my neck, my neck around my neck
These hands that wrap tight around my neck
Where is the sun
I’ve heard so much about
Whose glance is all warming
Erasing doubt
I feel a chill
Run down my spine
So many contradictions
Which road leads home
Once I cry
The rain begins
Once my heart hurts
No one gets in
The sweat pours down
And it stings my eyes
Just as your promises
Turned into lies
I trusted you
What a fool was i
Now I just sit in a room
With no view
No view, no view, no view
With my eyes shut tight I’ve got no view
I heard a sound
Now I’m all alone
A heart beat pounding
It’s my own
Seeking an answer
Question unknown
I’m slowly drowning
I’m my sea of remorse
The rain begins
And yet the sky is clear
My eyes are shut tight
No one gets in here
My mind’s in a room
With no windows or doors
Away from the hands
That wrap tight around my neck
My neck, my neck, my neck around my neck
These hands that wrap tight around my neck
Where is the sun
I’ve heard so much about
Whose glance is all warming
Erasing doubt
I feel a chill
Run down my spine
So many contradictions
Which road leads home
Once I cry
The rain begins
Once my heart hurts
No one gets in
The sweat pours down
And it stings my eyes
Just as your promises
Turned into lies
I trusted you
What a fool was i
Now I just sit in a room
With no view
No view, no view, no view
With my eyes shut tight I’ve got no view
I heard a sound
Now I’m all alone
A heart beat pounding
It’s my own
Seeking an answer
Question unknown
I’m slowly drowning
I’m my sea of remorse
6 comments:
I finally got that Uniform Choice album a few months ago. Me like it!
It's great. Sounds like Minor Threat moving towards a more youth-crewish sound.
If you want to hear modern bands that have this sound check out Coke Bust http://myspace.com/cokebust. They're super fast, i would love to see them live.
Haha, I'm sorry but Coke Bust is the worst thing I've heard in ages ;-)
I listened to the U.C. album this week...wow, I forget how fun that record is. "If drinking's what it takes to be accepted, I'd rather stay aware and be rejected". Classic. I've been wanting to check out Robot Whales since I heard their song on the Generations comp. I'll need to check out that album soon.
Man, that Robot Whales album is really good!
I'm happy i gave that Robot Whales Album more time to grow on me, i really like it now.
Now you really need to go hear that Bitter End record.
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