Issue 399

Behind Crimson Eyes

Unless you have been on a space shuttle trip to Mars for the last several months, there is no way that you could not have heard of Behind Crimson Eyes. And even then, one would have to question if you had still not actually heard of them. You see, Behind Crimson Eyes are one of those rare bands that have been so hyped up by word-of-mouth, not just record label advertising, that their name is everywhere you turn. And it is hard for even band vocalist, Josh Stuart, to disagree.

Guitar Wolf
Golden Black
In-Fidelity

A few weeks ago I was privileged enough to witness the unstoppable punk rock force that is Japan's Guitar Wolf as they absolutely tore up Jive. 'Golden Black' is a comprehensive 26-track retrospective of their career to date and a fitting tribute to original bass player Billy who passed away suddenly last year.

Also featuring Seiji on guitars and vocals and Toru on drums, Guitar Wolf are chock full of pure rock attitude. They combine high speed, heavily distorted '70s flavoured punk with a dash of rockabilly and just a nod towards Link Wray-style surf guitar.

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