by: Tommy DeSilva
Refused - Freedom - [Epitaph Records]
Refused is a Hardcore Punk band from Sweeden. Their new album Freedom, which marks the band’s first new studio release in over 17 years, as well as their first new release since reuniting in 2014, is a really awesome and hard-hitting record that shows that Refused still can and should be considered as one of the top Hardcore Punk acts on the scene today. Characterized by upbeat drumming, loud and distorted guitars, and screaming vocals, the sounds heard on this album can be compared to those heard by many other well-known artists including: The Foo Fighters, Muse, Gallows, and Snapcase. If you are looking for something that’s fast, loud, hard edged, and that has a bit of a political undertone, this is most definitely the record for you! Tracks to definitely check out on this album include: “Elektra,” “Dawkins Christ,” “Thought Is Blood,” “366,” and “Servants Of Death.”
The Tosspints - The Privateer - [East Grand Record Company]
The Tosspints are a Folk Punk/Celtic Punk band from Saginaw, MI. Their new album The Privateer is a really awesome record that is filled with super catchy folk anthems that any fan of Punk Rock, Folk Punk, and Celtic Punk can truly appreciate. Characterized by upbeat drumming, loud and twangy guitars, and melodic vocal melodies, the sounds heard on this album can be compared to those heard by many other well-known artists including: Franz Ferdinand, The Lawrence Arms, NOFX, Polar Bear Club, and Flogging Molly. Tracks to definitely check out on this record include: “Pirates Life,” “Untitled Western,” “Marching On,” “My Last And Only Friend,” and “How Do You Feel?”
Knuckle Puck – Copacetic – [Rise Records]
Knuckle Puck is Pop Punk band from Chicago, IL. Their highly anticipated debut full length album Copacetic, which marks the band’s first release on Rise Records, is a really awesome record whose sound can be characterized by upbeat drumming, catchy guitar riffs, angsty vocals, and emotional lyrics. While many of the songs on this album discuss emotional topics such as heartbreak and loneliness, the band still is able to deliver a hard edged sound, mostly through singer/songwriter Joe Taylor’s screaming voice. Some of the bands who Knuckle Puck’s sound can be compared to include: Real Friends, The Wonder Years, The Story So Far, and You Blew It. Tracks to definitely check out on this record include: “Disdain,” “Swing,” “True Contrite,” “Stationary,” and “In Your Crosshairs.”
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