At first glance, this may come across as a bit of casual violence in musical form, but if you take a deeper dive, you'll realize it's pure, unfiltered violence at its finest. It’s not just reckless chaos—it’s an art form, like a bad religion with even more raw, unrelenting energy. The lyrics on this album? Absolutely killer. They play with the classic "us vs. them" concept, but they do it in a way that’s darkly humorous, twisted, and undeniably compelling. It's like they took everything that’s broken and made it into something awesome.
Backing up these top-tier lyrics is a wall of hard-hitting punk riffage that never takes a breath, paired with drumming that packs a punch and keeps the energy alive. You can feel the rhythm in your bones, driving you to move your body nonstop. The guitar work stands out with some unique tuning and playing techniques, making every song both familiar and fresh at the same time. Even if you know what to expect, they manage to keep it interesting and distinct.
The drums are locked in and relentless, keeping everything tight and punchy from start to finish. The bass also plays a crucial role, contributing to the infectious rhythm that gets under your skin. You can really feel the bass pushing the energy forward, even if there are a few moments where it might get a little buried in the mix. But honestly, it doesn’t detract from the overall experience too much—the production and mixing are top-notch throughout.
If I had to nitpick, the vocals could use a bit more personality. They sometimes come off as a little flat, like the guy was plucked off the street just to scream into the mic. It can feel a little out of place, especially with the intense energy of the music. That said, the guest vocals and backing vocals step in to give the tracks some of that raw edge, compensating for the moments when the lead vocals feel a bit lackluster. In the end, it's a high-octane ride that more than makes up for its occasional vocal shortcomings.
RATING: 9/10
NOTIABLE TRACKS:
They Only Love You When You're Winning
All-American Jaw Line
Tragedy Of The Commons