Sitting somewhere between 00’s indie and 80’s hardcore, Manchester-based loudmouths Bruise Control have carved themselves an unlikely name in DIY punk. In their wake they’ve left a handful of self-produced releases and a notoriety for chaotic live shows. In true DIY fashion, the album has been mixed and produced by the band’s guitarist Niall Griffin keeping the core sound as true as possible.

Dead on Arrival shows a more jagged edge to the bands sound. With a bouncing lead guitar riff and syncopated drums, the song is reminiscent of 00’s Dance Punk and Indie Rock, while still holding the bands signature aggression and attitude at the forefront. The song tackles the topic of emotional burn-out with the lyrics show a more vulnerable side to the band. A sentiment addressed through Jim Taylor’s growling lead vocals and a call-and response chorus.

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