Have you ever wondered what Black Flag might sound like had they grown up worshiping bands like Deep Purple and Iron Maiden? Well...this might not be the exact answer you've been looking for, but god DAMN if it doesn't come close. The album's subtitle is appropriate, as its a perfect blend of all the aforementioned bands, but also adding in Municipal Waste's partying attitude and retro appreciation. This, to my knowledge, is the third full length from these long time punk rockers, but its their first for retro-loving label TeePee Records. And it couldn't be more fitting. I know I've already discussed just how much of a love letter this is to the bands of yesterday, but thats why this record has so much charm. Sometimes its fun to revisit the past once in a while. Some hardcore purists might look down on this due to the length of most of the songs (though the longest is 4:29) but it shouldn't be that much of an issue to everyone else. Its also rare that most hardcore bands these days have RIFFS. Like the kind of riff that Tony Iommi would lay down on record and would cause many youngin's to break out their bong. Lyrically, its all the typical fun stuff that makes you wanna say "hey dude, lets get smashed and fucking RAGE tonight." Its pretty hard to hate an album with songs like "Just Guzzlin'."
I love this record. Its the best party album of the year, unless of course you're a frat who thinks punk is for "faggots" and would rather look for more intellectual music like Trapt. Get into this now. Like NOW.
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