Crank this to 7.8 of 11
Released: 2021
Genre: Post punk, Noise rock
Sounds Like: Lesion, Gorilla Biscuits
Homeland: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Album Overview
Old school New York City punk vibes sprinkled throughout
DeGrado shines when singing, less so with his spoken word
Opener and closer are well worth your time……solid post-punk
Foursome’s fifth release. Checkout their diverse library
Track Listing:
1. Shanghai White Oak Tree (2:17)
Punklicious picture painting. Love the lyrics on this track.
2. Spit in My Eye (2:12)
Deep rick base accompany some piercing fretwork are swallowed by GG Allen-esque vibes.
3. Burning Pt. 2 (2:29)
Steve Martin spoken word? Oddest of the lot.
4. Paoli in the Foothills (6:11)
Off the beaten mellow track that contains some raw off-kilter heart. Give it time to breathe
5. The Delicate (Shipping News) (3:09)
Rivals the opener for best track. Good grinding punk-faire.
Brew Pairing
Tired Hands Brewing and their deceitful potion 'Extra Extra Knuckle' is the perfect post punk Crooked Spine blend. A Double IPA brewed at 8.6% is brewed with a bit of fluffy malted wheat and hopped. Notes of passion fruit, mango nectar, jellied strawberry, ripe honeydew, and mandarin orange.
Crooked Spine are:
Garrett Bolin - Bass
Evan Campbell - Drums
Joey DeGrado - Vocals
Bill Magerr - Guitar