I had not really been too impressed with the album that the band released on Moon Ska a few years ago as I found it to be a bit average. However, when I saw that the band had taken it upon themselves to record a CD with producer Ryan Greene (NOFX, Lagwagon etc) I realised that this would not be another CD of mediocrity. On this EP, the band really shows that they can cut it, and can make Punk Rock music just as well as any of the top American bands of the genre. Judging by what I have heard on this EP, their album will be something really special when they have found a label and can make it happen.
This is a 4 track EP, and in its 4 tracks it really does put a massive smile across your face. The band have some strong vocals, and amazing guitar riffs that really help to make the music what it is – good, strong Punk Rock. The band have worked with the average tracks of old and have created 4 tracks here that are fun, catchy, great to dance to, and just a general joy to listen to. Right from the offset of this EP you can tell that the band has produced something really quite special as it jumps straight into the action and automatically the fun begins. My favourite track on this EP is probably ‘Fourth Time’s A Charm’ as it is a really catchy little number that as you listen to, you just cant help but visualize a load of happy kids jumping around to this tune. It’s a bouncy tune that could quite easily sneak into the Top40, yet keeps all the credibility of being a good rock song at the same time. Mixtwitch are really onto something special with this one – it would make an awesome first single to get people into them before introducing them to the heavier, more sophisticated music that the band can produce.
If you were not a fan of the band in the past, then still make sure you check out this EP as I was also not a fan of these guys but on the ‘All Bets Are Off’ EP the band have really upped the quality and produced a fine CD of Punk Rock greatness. You really have to hear it to believe it, but listening to the band on this EP is like listening to a whole new band as they are just so much more special than they were on previous material. The band will be coming to England some time over the next few months so make sure you look out for them and be sure to check them out if they come to a town near you.
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UK based film graduate with a huge passion for music, sports and video games.
