Another year has past, and just like every other music blogger out there, it's time to rave about my favorite punk releases of 2016. I must say... this year went by so fast, with a few life changes and being busy with numerous hobbies. However, I was able to still snag a few great punk releases throughout the year, and it's an honor to share with you the records that I felt were at the top of the pile. Here are my favorite punk long player releases of 2016. I hope you enjoy them as much as I have. Cheers!
-K
Absolute Power - S/T - Youth Attack Records
Consisting of 90's hardcore veterans, Absolute Power come though and released quite possibly my most listened to long player release of the year. Keeping things tried and true playing 80's inspired east coast hardcore, Absolute Power have something to offer for even the most jaded old school hardcore fan. With 16 tracks total with the longest being just under two minutes keeps everything moving quickly with speeds above normal hardore standards and some tasty breakdowns for measure. Great nihilistic lyrics round abound, this is a record I'd show anyone who thinks hardcore is dead.
Cinderblock - S/T - Brain Solvent Propaganda
Here we have Oi! played in style that is more Oxymoron than 80's UK. These Boston bootboys churn out 13 anthemic punk rock tunes with a lot of variety. I might get some shit for this one, but one of the songs really reminds me of a Pixies tune. Overall, a good release.
Crown Court - Capital Offence - Katorga Works
Crown Court are a new UK OI! band that features members of the UKHC hardcore act Violent Reaction. Crown Court play a very tried and true 80's influenced UK OI! sound, but the band flips the script a bit having members who are straight edge, and having their record manufactured in the USA... it even says so on the LP, something that I find a bit head scratching for the style. But hey, they play everything pretty good, so it's on the list!
The Repos - Poser - Youth Attack Records
The Repos are back doing what these Chicago area maniacs are are known for; playing ripping 80's influenced hardcore. To me some of the lyrics (as well as the album artwork) come off as tongue in cheek and I can appreciate them. However, there are plenty of straight up nihilistic lyric about to please the most fickle hardcore fans.
Sick/Tired//Sea Of Shit - split 12" - Deep Six Records
Having seen both bands live and purchasing previous releases, I feel that these Chicago grind/PV styled bands really upped the ante and released a super solid split 12". This is for fans of pure grind and powerviolence. Not for the meek. I guess this was released last year, but I didn't get it till 2016.
Honorable Mention:
Last Crusade - S/T - Longshot Music
Here is another record that I got this year but was apparently released in 2015. Anywho, Last Crusade hail from northern England and play tried and true Oi! complete with the semi jangly guitar and strong working class lyrics. Recommended.
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