And now with the best debut release I've heard in 2022 (so far), we have a crackling four-song EP from Melbourne's newest power pop sensations The Prize. Out on Anti Fade Records, Wrong Side of Town features three fantastic original songs and a killer cover of the Incredible Kidda Band's 1979 single "Fighting My Way Back." Drummer Nadine Muller and guitarists Carey Paterson & Joseph Imfeld were previously in the also-excellent Mr. Teenage. The newer band's lineup is rounded out by guitarist Austin Haire and bassist Jack Kong. I really liked Mr. Teenage, but I absolutely love The Prize. This band is straight up my alley, playing prototypical Aussie power pop with a punk influence. The title track is truly a perfect punky pop song. And that Kidda Band cover manages to take a power pop classic and double the power! If you like catchy melodic tunes featuring loud guitars (three of 'em, in fact!) and maximum energy, you're gonna go wild for The Prize! A first pressing of Wrong Side of Town has already sold out, but a second pressing will be available at month's end. Get your preorders in!
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definite single of the year contender
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