Convict Class has emerged from the coastal city of Warrnambool, Australia, with an album that channels the unrefined, rebellious edge of late-'70s punk and gives it a fresh kick. Their debut, Generation of Discontent pays tribute to the era. Drawing from icons like Sham 69, this four-piece captures the raw, streetwise energy that defined punk’s roots, wrapping it in unapologetic Aussie grit.
The album’s opening track, Convict Class, opens with a punchy, riff-heavy throwdown. From its first notes, it radiates the defiant spirit of classic Oi! and street punk. “Convict Class” is rough and rowdy in all the right ways, serving up driving guitar riffs and choruses that echo Cockney Rejects while staking their own ground in punk rock territory.The song "We Are Not" follows with sardonic humor, that captures the album’s underdog ethos.
Beyond the title track, Convict Class delivers plenty of memorable moments. Wank Sock stands out for its audacious blend of guitars with tongue-in-cheek lyrics and infectious energy. It’s a track that captures the band’s self-aware, cheeky side while remaining musically tight and driven.
Generation of Discontent stays true to punk’s gritty, garage-style roots. The result is an album that feels both authentically rugged and refined enough to let each instrument take its place in the mix.
Convict Class may not be reinventing punk, but with Generation of Discontent, they’re undeniably breathing new life into it. This album is as brash as it is intelligent, showing that the punk genre’s fire is alive and well in 2024. Their unrestrained approach to songwriting, combined with a relentless energy, makes this album a must-listen for fans of classic punk and new listeners alike.
Reactie plaatsen
Reacties