Big Neck (2022)
Cyclo-Sonics is a group of punk rock lifers, boasting a resume of bands that in some instances I'm not as familiar with (Choosey Mothers) and others whose reputation is far more well known (The Fluid). I wasn't sure exactly what I was getting into as the needle was about to hit the turntable, but I came away from Everything Went Stupid pretty damn impressed.
The thing I like about this record the most is the big, fat, chunky guitar sound. It's deep and crunchy and the riffs that pour out of this album straddle the punk and rock lines not unlike a Supersuckers or a Hellacopters. All of the songs are pretty hooky really, and I often find myself nodding along to the driving rhythm section as the riffs soar along side.
I can't say I love the vocals. They tread dangerously close to the glammy side of the street, but they never really cross over to where I'm put off by them. They've kind of old school punk rock with some good natured screaming here and there, but for the most part they are carrying the songs melodies and playing off some really fun backing group vocals.
All in all, it's a pretty strong record. I could nit pick little things about it that I don't love, but when I just put it on and let it play, I find myself enjoying it more often than not.
Cyclo-Sonic - Everything Went Stupid:
https://bigneckrecords1.bandcamp.com/album/everything-went-stupid
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