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majority, something which sion’ is an album that is full catchy, tune-jerking album bands would have the con-
is a big feature throughout of enthusiasm, is a fun lis- we know it to be. Being a fidence to even attempt
the album. ten and will no doubt get couple, this band are obvi- that, so it shows how confi-
Another skill high- bodies moving and heads ously a great pairing both dent the musicians were in
lighted throughout 'Truth banging. Songs such as musically and talent-wise. their abilities.
And Lies' is their excep- ‘Animal’ demonstrate a The music they produce is Kicking the album off in
tional positioning of the carefree attitude. It has catchy and has a feel good fine form is first single
tracks as 'Eye To Eye' is blazing vocals entailed with attitude. 'Havin' It', which is very
automatically given more a poppy vibe. The strong YYYY jazz fusiony in style, along
power and oomph just by instrumental segments add Sara Ashton with laid-back breakdowns
following a slower track to the overall punk vibe of before kicking back in. 'I
TYLER BRYANT & THE which helps it shine a little the song. Songs such as PAUL GILBERT Own A Building' showcases
SHAKEDOWN more. 'Drive Me Mad' gives ‘In Your Face’ demonstrate BEHOLD ELECTRIC GUI- the first of Paul's vocal-
TRUTH AND LIES more than a subtle nod to the duo’s ability to pen TAR style melodies played on
(SNAKEFARM) the late, great Tom Petty carefree, feel-good pop- (MUSIC THEORIES REC- slide guitar, and is a first for
Time on the road with and is a song which would punk-based tunes with ORDINGS/MASCOT) Paul, very noteworthy.
rock giants AC/DC and not be out of place among lyrics that people can enjoy World-renowned guitar Other highlights include the
Guns N' Roses has clearly his finest work. Things get and relate to. Not only are virtuoso and long-term Mr. awesome fast blues-style
rubbed off and had an better still with the utterly the lyrics ones you can Big guitarist Paul Gilbert boogie of 'Love Is The Sad-
overwhelming effect on beautiful 'Out There', which scream at the top of your has just released his 12th dest Thing', the blues
blues specialists Tyler is all the more impressive lungs and feel on top of the studio solo album, 'Behold groove with strong vocal-
Bryant & The Shakedown, when stood against the world whilst doing so, they Electric Guitar'. This one is like melodies of 'Blues For
whose new album 'Truth more hard-rocking back- mean something and are a bit of a slight change in Rabbit' and the outstanding
And Lies' is both a change drop of the album. Tyler is thought-provoking. There style from his usual, more 'Things Can Walk To You',
of tune and an absolute tri- exceptional on this is powerful musicality in straight-ahead rock as the which starts out slowly then
umph. Guitar prodigy Tyler acoustic song and lines ‘Talk Too Much’ and Kelly material here is heavily in- builds up to feature lots of
says sharing a stage with such as ‘every stumbling and Luis both share vocals fluenced by his new-found classic Paul Gilbert-style
some of the biggest names block is just a stepping on this track which is also interest in jazz and blues soloing. This album may be
in rock taught him the ‘can- stone and every wrong turn empowered by the guitar. styles, although his jaw- a slight change in style but
nonball approach’ to music, you make is just another ‘Naked’ starts off with a dropping talent still shines there is absolutely no
‘I’m gonna run out like a way home’ will put goose- more whimsical and calm through in abundance. All change in the undeniable
bullet from a gun and let bumps on top of goose- element in comparison to the songs on the album talents of Mr. Paul Gilbert,
everyone know I’m here to bumps and another layer the other songs on the were recorded as live per- which should please his
give ’em all I’ve got,’ he will be added by the in- album but then returns to formances with no over- loyal fans immensely.
says and, as the album title sanely incredible guitar the punk vibes that drive dubs which is extremely YYYYY
suggests, he isn't telling solo to 'Couldn't See The this album and make it the impressive as not many Ian Trigg
any fibs as the record is an Fire', which is the most per-
absolute barnstormer, fect end to a quite amazing
completely eclipsing their album.
previous work. Running YYYYY
like the aforementioned Michael Coventry
bullet from a gun, singles
'Shock & Awe' and 'On To
The Next' get things under- THE GODFATHERS OF HARDCORE
way in fine fashion and IAN MCFARLAND & PECCI
quickly confirm that, while While movies documenting the careers of rock royalty Queen and Motley Crue are on
the band’s blues roots re- the tips of everyone’s tongues, there’s a smaller, but still thriving, underground hardcore
main, they have been over- scene which features musicians that have been living the lifestyle for equally as long and
taken by a new found equally passionately. One such band is Agnostic Front, born from the Lower East Side
harder rock approach of Manhattan almost 40 years ago. It’s eye-opening to think that guitarist Vinnie Stigma
which, when coupled to- and frontman/vocalist Roger Miret have been doing this for nearly four decades. ‘The
gether, produce spell-bind- Godfathers Of Hardcore’ centres around Miret and Stigma, beginning with the two mu-
ing, foot-stomping majesty sicians looking through old memories from the early days. “When we come together as
powered by big, beefy gui- THE DOLLYROTS Agnostic Front, we’re a team,” they say. We find out about each member – from their
tar mastery. 'Shape I'm In' DAYDREAM EXPLOSION live concert and musical personalities to their home and family life; we hear about their
is a nice change of pace (WICKED COOL) struggles, obstacles they’ve encountered and how they’ve continued through it all. And
and the more stripped-back Husband and wife exactly why they do what they do. We hear about health issues, incarceration and more.
approach allows Tyler to team Kelly Ogden and Luis “You’re a band. Once you’re in, you can’t get out,” says Vinnie – although some of the
showcase the amazing Cabezas AKA The Dolly- band’s ex-members, of which there are quite a list, may disagree with that. A couple,
power his voice possesses rots are back with an explo- though, are even interviewed on camera. Directed by Ian McFarland, this documentary
as well as highlighting their sive album full of catchy will appeal mostly to hardcore fans, although any music fan will find it interesting. It shines
fantastic songwriting abili- anthems that are bound to a light on how tough life can be being in a touring band – but also why it’s so important
ties with lyrics which will get stuck in the listener’s and life-affirming.
likely hit a chord with the heads. ‘Daydream Explo- YYY
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