Long time passed that we reviewed some compilation record in our zine. Now is the time for compilation by small diy label from Canada Ça tire! We listened and reviewed it for our zine.
The record contains 20 songs and I can say for sure that I didn´t listen to any of the songs and bands apart from Greg Rekus prior to putting my paws on this record. Shame on me! Acoustic punk and folk punk is usually not on my playlist when I listen to the music on everyday basis, but I love to listen that stuff from time to time. As it˙s usually the case with compilations, some songs are better,some less good. I must mention the songs by Greg Rekus, Drunken Dogs, North Alone and Frank Custeau being outstanding from the rest of the material on this record. This is worth your support, so you can download the record for free, but at least write to them and tell them you like it and I am sure they will appreciate your support.
Dave Hause is much respected American punkrock song author and singer. This is his new record which I listened and reviewed for this zine.
Besides playing in his own band The Loved Ones, he also worked as roadie for Sick Of It All and The Bouncing Souls, but his solo career is what made him respected and loved in the ears of the punkrock fans. This nice record contains 5 songs which were in the beginning thought out as a core for the new full length record, but they made it out as an e.p. The music is atmospheric, melodic acoustic punk with a lot of heart, soul and emotion thrown in. Dave˙s voice is wonderful and in combination with music gives a unique soundscape perspective. There are three new songs on the record, in my opinion Steady Now being the best of the three new ones. Also, there is an acoustic version of Shaky Jesus and the cover song by Brandi Carlile. In all, this record is great for closing your eyes and traveling into another, colourful, melodic and music world for at least 20 minutes.
Menagramo is an acoustic/country punk band from Brianza, Italy. I listened and reviewed their record for this webzine.
As their page states, this is a duo that plays acoustic, country influenced punk. This record contains five melodic and beautiful songs. Besides having excellent melodies, the songs also have smart and great lyrics with personal themes, like suicide, failed relationships, going out, death, and yes, as I understood this record it is kind of concept album about death, life and living the best way you can. That is my opinion it does not necessary have to be yours. Have a listen and form your own opinion. My favorite song on this record is “Basement” but all the others are also awesome. This is a strong record and worth your time to spin it a couple of times. The record is free on Bandcamp, but drop some dime or at least write a word or two to the guys if you liked the record, I am sure they will appreciate it a lot.
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