As the leaves turn and the chill of fall settles in, The Twitchfits rise once again from their grave to deliver another batch of Misfits covers. The undead hardcore band-turned-punk rockers make their return for their annual tribute, and this time, they've expanded their scope. Instead of a short EP of covers, they've put together a full-length, ten-track album paying homage to one of their biggest influences. While the idea remains the same, the execution has taken a slight shift in energy and impact compared to their previous volume.

Their first Misfits cover EP focused on the band's biggest hits—tracks that most punk fans would instantly recognize. This time around, they've dug deeper into the Misfits catalog, tackling lesser-known cuts that don’t always carry the same instant punch as the classics. This shift in song choice results in a slightly less explosive experience. The band still sounds tight and well-rehearsed, but there are moments where the record feels like it lacks some of the raw urgency that made the first volume hit so hard.

That said, the vocals are the undeniable highlight here. The main vocalist has stepped up massively, delivering passionate, theatrical performances that breathe life into the material. Tracks like “Saturday Night” are dripping with emotion, as he belts out the chorus with a booming, heartfelt delivery that makes the song feel larger than life. On “Bullet,” his enunciation and bold, commanding presence give the track an added punch, perfectly capturing the classic Misfits attitude.

Instrumentally, the band captures that vintage punk energy well. The drumming is tight and driving, giving the record a steady backbone with some occasional tasteful fills that spice things up—particularly on “Some Kind of Hate” and “We Are 818” (which features a clever lyrical twist). However, there are moments where the drums feel buried in the mix, which takes away from their full impact.

The bass tone is thick and hypnotic, delivering that classic punk throb that keeps things moving. Tracks like “London Dungeon” and “She” showcase its deep, rumbling presence, adding weight to the band's overall sound. Meanwhile, the guitar riffs effectively recreate the classic Misfits vibe, full of fast, aggressive strumming and sharp, punky energy. On tracks like “One Kind of Hate” and “Death Comes Ripping,” the guitars do a solid job of maintaining that frantic old-school punk feel, though there are moments where they fall a bit flat and lack the raw edge needed to truly elevate the performance.

As a follow-up to their original Misfits tribute, this album does a lot right—it’s well-produced, well-performed, and clearly made with love for the material. However, the expanded tracklist doesn’t necessarily result in a stronger release. The energy and tightness of Volume 1 are a little harder to find here, and while there are standout moments, some of the deeper cuts don’t have the same staying power. Still, for Misfits fans and Twitchfits devotees, this is another solid tribute that keeps the spirit of horror punk alive for another year.