Deep down I'm getting visions of the Vapors, maybe even the Ramones or early Paranoid Visions with a small nod to glam rock even but always a record I'm happy to put that needle on to.
Book of the week an ode to Boy 11963
Such an important read to enable us to remember the enduring legacy of pain that has been inflicted on elder generations in ireland.
Play of the day Barcelona Punks Rotura
Dedicated to all people who suffer and die trying to get a better life these tunes deserve a listen and Rotura are a band deserving of our time.
Play of the day nofx aren’t playing punk rock singles
Safe to say that after 14 records NOFX don't need any new fans or friends. This may not gather any but if it was your introduction to the band it would be a good starting point which is one of the best compliments you could play to band that just keeps on giving.
Play of the Day Lockdown Los Fastidios
While the world was pretty much in lockdown as nature was taking some revenge on humanity people were finding different ways to keep creative. Los fastidios broke the boredom by setting up their own lockdown show, here is their medley of lockdown tunes.
Play of the day – Madrid’s Rata Negra
It’s a mish mash of 60s pop and garage with some new wave from the 70’s along with early hardcore sounds with a ton more. A bit of everything in these tunes
Book of the week – the Beautiful Panenka
Beautifully written in a manner that makes me want to go back almost immediately and start all over again
Play of the day – the heavy Seas are lifting
For Heavy Seas the sound is akin to Swervedriver being played by Hardcore fans, guitars are hopping everywhere with heartfelt lyrics being sung. Right throughout it's a wall of guitars crescending almost wave like around you.
Pilgrims are causing trouble once more
The first single from the highly anticipated new album from Trouble Pilgrims is out today. 21st Century Girl investigates the changing and modern attitude of total respect for women by men and the acceptance of interchangeable roles within any relationship. Kudos to the band for speaking out in such a way considering the ground breaking path the Radiators From Space laid for many in 1977
Play of the day – Mundo Primitivo
8 punk rock community blasts that is pure hardcore