From what I gathered, the album's title seems to revolve around the theme of being a fighter—there's definitely a sense of grit and resilience in the message. The EP title even includes some Irish words, which further adds to the intensity and cultural depth. And if there's one thing that stands out, it's that Goon embodies the spirit of a fighter on this release. In just 10 short minutes, they give you a full-on crash course in what the Irish hardcore scene is all about: hard-hitting, aggressive, and unapologetically bold, using their music and lyrics to make a raw statement.
The guitars on this EP are absolutely punishing. They’ve got that super crunchy, distorted sound, with a boldness that’s hard to compare to anything else. There’s no mistaking it—Goon isn’t here to play around with their guitar tone. For most of the EP, the guitars remain dynamic and varied, adding depth and texture to each track. However, towards the end of the EP, the riffs start to feel a bit repetitive, as if they’ve hit a certain groove and don’t stray too far from it. It’s not a major flaw, but it’s noticeable.
The vocals are nothing short of explosive from the get-go. The frontman comes out swinging with an aggressive, passionate delivery that really hits you in the gut. At times, his voice even channels a bit of Justice Tripp from Trapped Under Ice, with that tough, no-bullshit style that’s perfect for this kind of hardcore. He’s got the kind of presence that demands attention, and you can tell he’s fully committed to the message of the music.
The drums are tightly executed, with a sharp precision that gives the songs even more punch. They don’t shy away from using the cymbals, either—there’s a lot of aggressive crashes and quick fills that add a sense of urgency to the tracks. The rhythm section is tight, never faltering in its speed or intensity.
The bass, meanwhile, is absolutely massive. It’s deep and full throughout the EP, providing a solid backbone that reinforces the raw power of the guitars and drums. It’s not just a supporting player here; the bass stands out and helps drive the songs forward, adding a thick layer of grit and heaviness.
As for the production, it’s one of those things that might not work for every band, but Goon absolutely nails it. The overall sound is dirty and raw in the best possible way—it’s not polished, and that’s part of the charm. The tracks sound gritty, with a certain rough-around-the-edges quality that suits their style perfectly. The mix might sound "bad" if you were listening to a more polished band, but here it works in their favor. The imperfections add to the authenticity of the sound, giving the EP an almost live feel that enhances the sense of urgency and chaos in their music.
In short, this EP is a short but sweet introduction to Goon’s take on hardcore, showcasing a band that’s not afraid to get loud, get dirty, and make a statement. It's relentless, bold, and packed with energy, offering an authentic glimpse into the spirit of Irish hardcore.
Sure! Here's your expanded text translated into Irish Gaelic:
**Ó mhéid atá bailithe agam, is cosúil go bhfuil teideal an albam seo ag baint leis an téama atá ag baint le bheith i do chomhracóir—tá sé lán le crógacht agus le comhrac. Úsáidtear focail Ghaeilge i dteideal an EP, rud a chuirfidh le láidreacht agus le doimhneacht an téama. Agus má tá rud amháin atá le feiceáil, is é sin go bhfuil Goon mar tháirgeoir ar an spiorad seo de chomhracóir sa chaoi a léiríonn siad an téama seo ar an eisiúint seo. I gcúig nóiméad gearr, tugann siad léargas iomlán duit ar cad atá i gceist le hardcor na hÉireann: crua, ionsaitheach agus gan aon leithscéal, ag úsáid a gcuid ceoil agus focail chun ráiteas gránna a dhéanamh.
Tá na giotáir ar an EP seo gan trócaire. Tá siad crunchy, briste agus go hiomlán trom, le laige agus le misneach nach bhfuil éasca le comparáid a dhéanamh le rud ar bith eile. Níl aon amhras orthu—níl Goon anseo chun cluichí a imirt leis an gcodán giotáir. Le haghaidh an chuid is mó den EP, tá na giotáir dinimiciúla agus éagsúlacha, ag cur le domhan agus ábhar na dtéacsanna. Áfach, faoi dheireadh an EP, déanann na riffs áirithe a bheith beagán athléimneach, mar nach dtéann siad ró-i bhfad as a seoladh agus fanann siad le fáinne i gceartlár. Ní locht mór é, ach tá sé suntasach.
Tosaíonn na hiallachtaí ar an EP seo ar nós toirneach! Tógann an t-amhránaí isteach go tapa agus ag cur seó a dhéanamh leis an aoibhinn agus an níos ionsaitheach i gcur chuige. Uaireanta, beidh an guth cosúil le Justice Tripp ón Trapped Under Ice, le roinnt de na stíleanna crua, láidir a bhaineann leis an seanmhóid chognaidh. Tá sé éifeachtach ar go léirseáil an dearbhú!
Tá na drumaí an-dáimheach, ní chailleann aon cheann de na rithimí nó an raon fóillíochta. Tá an críoch áirithe fiú le cymbals ar an eisiúint a chuid séarmóga sa ghrúpa. Tá an ceoil sásta agus chríochnot. I gcluiche sin go mbeadh baisch ar
RATING: 9/10
NOTIABLE TRACKS:
Intro / All The Same
The Man With Red Eyes
Self Inflicted