Charge

This record could possibly be my favorite record of the year, so far. Charge combines elements of some of my favorite bands. Part Bad Brains, Burn, Absolution, and Rage. The combination may sound a bit ambitious but goddamn do they do it well. From the opening congas of Universal Tribe into the speed frenzied Absolution-esque Living In Chaos to the reggae breakdown of Love Vs. Hate. Charge does an incredible job of taking you on a trip through an assortment of musical landscapes. A brilliant combination of swirling guitar work, incredibly tight and dynamic rhythm section, all brought together by vocals filled with conviction and style.

It’s refreshing to hear a band not recycling Iron Maiden riffs and still keeping the very essence of what makes music inspiring and forward thinking. Get this record. You’ll be doing yourself a favor. The one complaint I have is that it’s only 6 songs. But I guess it just amps me up for that full length. (hellbent)

Now I did not know what to expect on the move to Fat Wreck Chords, but this record, like AM!s rest, is effin’ ridiculous. I don’t think anyone is writing music this good. The simple poetry spoken about our existence, the range....fav wreck of late last year, if not the whole thing. I think there will be some major douche’s jumpin’ on the cowboys horse and wagon during this one if not straight kissing it. Its like angry folk music for those forced to walk the current earff. (fat)

Chin Music

How can I best describe this record…Its like Lucha Libre featuring a match between Paul Bearer and Jimmy Gestapo with special ref Evan Seinfeld. And if you don’t know who these dudes are then you better go do some homework. But anyways, ever since I first saw this band in the Bronx or at Wetlands where Martin decided to treat the crowd to a delicious hero, BCS has always held a special place in this heart of stone. But, don’t let the sense of humor fool you; these guys are no hacks. They bring it just as ferociously as the abovementioned bands. And they decided to include my fave jam, Narco Cabron. The only criticism I have with Chin Music is with the production. I think it would serve Billyclub to bring the production up a notch. Beef that shit up a little.

You don’t have to be from the Boogie to understand the shit these cats are droppin. WEPAAAAAAA!!!!!!! (inner strength)

Nightmares

If someone asked me if I could make a recommendation and they asked for a current young band playing metal well, I would suggest From Ashes Rise. Dark and dynamic, harsh and dramatic, some chords take me back to Overkills Overkill. This metal is for the hardcore at heart, like a few out there rocking right now, that some young bucks would consider hardcore. Wait ‘til the metal heads catch on! (jadetree)