First published on 19th October 2019 for Mass Movement Magazine. One thing’s for sure, when you think of rock ‘n’ roll, Estonia doesn’t rank highly on the export list. Someone forgot to tell Dead Furies that, though. I don’t know what’s blowing off the Baltic Sea, but on their Stay Gold LP, this Tallinn threesome were bred to kick out the jams in a style to … Continue reading Dead Furies – Stay Gold (Dragstrip Riot Records)
First published on 17th October 2019 for Mass Movement Magazine. When you’re several albums to the good, there comes a point where a band may have a major decision to make. Do they stick to the tried and tested formula that brought success, or do you gamble, evolve your sound and possibly venture into the unknown? In the case of Italian glam rockers Giuda, it’s … Continue reading Giuda – E.V.A. (Rise Above Records)
First published on 8th October 2019 for Mass Movement Magazine. Not content with issuing a 2019 album of the year contender in the shape of Renaissance Men, merely months later The Wildhearts are back with the Diagnosis mini album. Is this an afterthought? Don’t be silly. The band are red hot at the moment and seemingly nothing can stand in their way. The self-titled track … Continue reading The Wildhearts – Diagnosis (Graphite Records)
First published on 28th August 2019 for Mass Movement Magazine. When a band doffs a cap to The Shangri-Las within three seconds, I just know we’re gonna be onto a winner. “Yeah, well I hear he’s pretty bad” is the homage to my favourite girl group of all time. Perfect. Absolutely perfect. I could end the review there, but The Gotham Rockets deserve more than … Continue reading The Gotham Rockets – Blast Off (Rum Bar Records)
First published on 21st August 2019 for Mass Movement Magazine. Okay, I admit it. I too have had moments where the need for instant musical satisfaction has been craved. Like a millennial growing up in the social media age, a shuffle button on a playlist can seem appealing. I’ve had my fill now… NEXT! Even more than ten songs on an album by one band … Continue reading The Chuck Norris Experiment – Shortcuts (No Balls Records)
First published on 14th August 2019 for Mass Movement Magazine. Bizarrely, I once boarded a ship in Bristol to witness Guitar Wolf in the flesh. Ably assisted by two friends (yes, I do have a few), they declared the Japanese legends as one of the worst bands they had ever seen live! Me on the other hand absolutely lapped up their noisy three chord punk … Continue reading Guitar Wolf – LOVE&JETT (Third Man Records)
First published on 14th August 2019 for Mass Movement Magazine. There seems to be a strong power pop resurgence of late. Whether it’s New Hampshire’s Brad Marino or The Speedways from these UK shores, great records are landing at a rapid rate in the last 12 months. You won’t hear me complaining, though! Not to be outdone in the power pop melee, Jordan Jones has … Continue reading Jordan Jones – S/T (Spaghetty Town Records / Beluga Records)
First published on 4th February 2019 for Mass Movement Magazine. It’s safe to say that this amateur scribe has been suffering from some rock ‘n’ roll disillusionment. Having not put pen to paper in over two months, I’ve questioned the cocksucking music game. But what’s this on my digital doormat? Could it be a garage punk rock record that’s sure to make me believe in … Continue reading The Hip Priests – Stand For Nothing (Gods Candy Records / Ghost Highway Recordings / Speedowax Records / Digital Warfare)
First published on 12th November 2018 for Mass Movement Magazine. Not content with releasing three long players in as many years with London based Role Models, 2018 sees Rich Ragany branch out into solo album territory. Ably backed with a cast that includes one-time UK Sub Ricky McGuire and Gaff (The Glitterati / Dedwardians), on paper the promise is enticing. So, what do we get … Continue reading Rich Ragany and the Digressions – Like We’ll Never Make It (Pledge Music / Glunk Records)
First published on 9th November 2018 for Mass Movement Magazine. What the hell’s that noise? “BING! BANG! BOOM! BING! BANG! BAM! BOOM! BOOM! BANG! BAM A LAMA BOOM BANG!” It’s only the Blues Explosion main man Jon Spencer firing up his debut solo album. You’re all invited to Do The Trash Can so grab something heavy and hit something hard, for Jon is not fucking around with Spencer … Continue reading Jon Spencer – Spencer Sings The Hits (In The Red Records)
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