As I was just saying about Aussie punk bands, it's never a surprise when another one comes along and knocks my socks off. But it's always a pleasure! Crankees hail from Sydney and most definitely live up to their name. They're cranky dudes channeling their frustrations into loud and bruising punk tunes that aim to smash you in the mouth. They've made their recorded debut with a single called "Punch the Boss" on the fantastic label Evil Tone Records. Before you even hear the A-side, you can deduce what it's about. A majority of humans on this Earth will relate to the sentiment of the song. And fortunately, this is exactly what a song about wanting to cause physical injury to your boss ought to sound-like. It's the feelgood hit of the summer, and I fully expect it to top the charts all over the globe. On the flip side, "Down the Coast" slows the pace a tad but hits just as hard. I love that the song is plenty cranky but also shows genuine emotional depth. Clearly this band is no one-song wonder. I'm picking up on some Cosmic Psychos worship, and, hey, that's a church I'd gladly join!
Crankees have done what every band ought to do on a debut single: deliver two perfect tracks that will leave everyone wanting more. You can grab a copy on black or blood-splattered vinyl now from Evil Tone and join me in eagerly awaiting what's coming next!
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