And now for another totally killer Aussie punk rock group! Melbourne-based Split System features a star-studded lineup of Jackson Reid Briggs (Jackson Reid Briggs & The Heaters) on vocals, Arron Mawson (Stiff Richards) on guitar, Ryan Webb (Speed Week) on guitar, Deon Slaviero (The Black Heart Death Cult) on bass, and Mitch McGregor (No Zu) on drums. The band's debut EP was not exactly created under the most ideal circumstances. But of course these guys didn't let that get in the way! The band got together last year and managed to rehearse just one time before lockdown put an end to any hopes for gigs and a proper recording session. Undeterred, the band committed to getting the five songs it had written recorded and released. With each band member recording individual parts at home, Split System finished the record. One track, "Hit Me" was released as a digital single this past January. The other four songs comprise the band's debut 7" -- which is currently available from the ever-reliable Legless Records. As expected, this EP delivers four tracks of pure raging punk rock and roll in the classic Aussie style. This release comes out swinging with the face-melting opener "Climbing" and does not let-up from there. If you like raw, hard-hitting punk rock with an energy level that's off the charts, Split System is the band for you. The EP was mixed and Mastered by Mikey Young -- who imbues these recordings with the savage touch he's known for. If Split System can create an EP this crackling in isolation, can you imagine what the next record is gonna sound like? Crank this puppy loud!
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