Hellstompers - Let's Go Stomp 2020

 As someone who has a sweet tooth for old school psychobilly, I was kinda excited to hear a few months ago that the Hellstompers were about to release an album.For a band that's been around over 20 years, they  haven't been exactly cranking out releases .Hell just 2 damn sweet albums in that time.The last been back in 2013. So for many fans, including myself, it's been a long wait. Well it's safe to say their latest album."Let's Go Stomp" doesn't disappoint.The puppy clocks in with 17 tracks of  rip rockin' old school psychobilly/neo rockabilly .The title track "Let's Go Stomp" was previously released back in 2015 on the Lunatic Rampage 2 compilation.Also "Psycho Holiday was previously released back in 2012. But other than that this all new.We also get a few covers including  two version's of the Batmobile's, "Love Disease".Overall this is one brisk,catchy and kool ride that nails it big.Hell it's full of fun and some great slappin'. Highlights include: "Same Shit Different Day", "Set The World On Fire", "Now I Wanna Be A Bank Robber" and "Psycho Police".

   
    This easily the best yet from the Hellstompers and "Let's Go Stomp" is one of the years best. It's also a must for fans of old school psychobilly and neo rockabilly. Highly recommended!!!
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Psychofarmaka - Reanimates 2020

Back in 2017 Psychofarmaka released "Something Psychotic", an impressive debut album that for the most part ,went sadly under most people's radar .For anyone who managed to pick up on them, it was a real head shaker,because these cats play a catchy and damn stout strain of rockin' old  school psychobilly that really gets it's hooks into you.Now they are back with their second album " Reanimates" and man have they ever stepped it up.This time out we get 11 originals and 5 covers tracks of some of the koolest and fun psychobilly out there.From old school psychobilly to neo rockbilly and psycho surf, this is top shelf. Sure the band wears it's influences on their selves and as result there is some familiarity.But make no mistake here,they up the game and make it their own . There isn't a bad track to be found here. Highlights include:  "Marie Celeste", " Psychobilly Rumble", " Sharknado", the cover of "Midnight Blues" and the killer "Batmobile"

  Psychofarmaka have really hit it out of the park with "Reanimates" Overall this is a fun, wild and open throttle trip. It's also one of the years best releases and a must (especially if your into old school psychobilly). Highly recommended !!!
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The Psychonauts - Go Rockabella Go 2019

It's been around 5 years since the kings of "Hoochie Coochie Trash'a'billy" , aka The Psychonauts released their stellar debut album ,"Do The Hoochie Coochie Trash'a'billy Stomp" .For fans it's been a long time but the wait for a new album is now  over with the release of "Go Rockabella Go" .If your looking for a sweet ,fun and killer ride this puppy is for you .We get  11 originals and 1 cover of kool rockin' here that will have you up  movin' and groovin' . The Psychonauts don't stray off their  path here.That means we get an infectious and refreshing mix of rockabilly,hillbilly,punk and old school psychobilly.Also they  throw in a whack of humour,some sexual innuendo on top of a real kool vibe and the result is a flat out winner.Highlights  include: Hot Girls and Cadillacs" , Let Me Be Your Underwear", " Bad Girl", "Rockabella" and  and the straight up rocker  "The Vampire Is Back In Town".

       
  The Psychonauts are a very likeable band ,they're fun, damn good and don't take themselves too seriously . With "Go Rockabella Go" they have delivered their best effort yet and one you should pick up.Do yourself as favour !   Highly recommended !!!
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The Lucky Devils - News from Earth 2019

 Over the course of the last 20 years The Lucky Devils have been one of the better and  most consistence  psychobilly bands out there. For many they are a band that is known for their daring and kool covers.But make no mistake, this is one original and refreshing outfit that brings it on.The band's latest and 7th album " News from Earth" bares that out. This time out we get 8 originals and 3 covers of a killer  mix of old school psychobilly ,neo-rockabilly and rocknroll .Hell they even throw in a little surf .As usual they change up the gears and keep it lively and as a result this is damn refreshing and a whack of fun.Highlights include: "Zombie Kids" , "Bongos Sounds", "We're All Gonna Die", the cover of  "Greensleeves" and "Banzai"

     
    From start to finish " News from Earth" is flat out killer.This rocks big and nails it .It's also The Lucky Devils  best album yet and one of the years best too boot.You can bank on that!
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Stage Frite - Swanabilly Kink 2019

  Since their return in 2016  Stage Frite have been on a  roll. Hell they released 2 stout albums, "Psycho Gospel Hillbilly Love Trash", an all cover affair and then quickly followed it up with "Scarier Than Swans". Now they are  back with their 4th and best effort yet,," Swanabilly Kink" and this time out they mean business. Punching in with 11  killer originals and 2 covers that will color you impressed.It starts out with a short  piano version of "Swan Lake"(played by producer Alan Wilson) and then the hammer drops.This puppy proceeds to up the anti and the result is some wild and hard hitting psychobilly mayhem. It's an action packed  affair and the band's sense of humor helps drive it.Highlights include: "Rockabilly Weekend", "Messed Up Swanabilly Kink", "Sleep Feeders", "Massacre At Mudpike" and "Jugstore Baby"

     
    You can't go wrong with "Swanabilly Kink", it's damn kool hard rockin' psychobilly and a  flat out  killer album too boot.Crank this baby up and scare your neighbours and the kids on the block will think your pretty kool. Highly recommended!!!
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The Teenage Zombies - Smoke & Mirrors 2018

   You gotta love The Teenage Zombies.For a band that dwells in the horror angle these cats have never come off heavy handed and are a blast fun.Add to that ,their brand of old school psychobilly is always catchy and down right infectious. With a small but killer rap sheet, they have been raising hell and having fun doing it.The band's  latest offering "Smoke & Mirrors"  once again delivers the goods.Smashing in with a warning to run for your lives,we get 14 tracks of evil rockin' old school psychobilly.They throw in a little infusion of garage,some surf  and then lace the whole affair with a sense of humor that will win you over. Highlights include: "Gravedance", " Fridge Full Of Corpses", "I'm Just Psycho" and  "Gotta Keep Rockin' "

       
    Overall "Smoke & Mirrors" is one delicious  hellride that delivers a big bang for your buck .Not only that but you will be coming back for more. Highly recommended!!

The Jack O' Bones - On The Loose 2018

          After 2 freakin' damn good albums  The Jack O' Bones have proven to be contenders.Hell their brand of  " Psychotic rock n roll " is not only refreshing,it's also damn fun. Over time they also have developed their own distinct sound that's a kool mix of old school psychobilly,punk,rockabilly and straight up rock n roll.With their third and latest album,"On The Loose" they tear it up and score a direct hit.Not holding back,this snarling puppy clocks in with 12 original tracks that have The Jack O' Bones in fine form.It's also the third time they have worked with producer Philip Dolye (aka Doyley ) of Diablo Records .So you just know it's going to be good.From start to finish this has a vibe and groove that will have you up and shaking. Highlights include: " I Ain't No Hipster", "Long Time Dead", "Grace", "Don't Look Back" and "Feel So Bad".

         
       Bottom line here " On The Loose" is a killer album and it's the band's best effort so far.It's also one of the years best It's catchy as hell,never in your face and your neighbours will think your the koolest one on the block when you crank it. Highly recommended!!!
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The Nevrotix - Alive 2017/2018

  Back in 2016 the young upstarts, The Nevrotix blew out the doors with their excellent debut album "Paranoid". Without a doubt it was easily one of the best albums of 2016. Their brand of old school psychobilly mixed with neo rockabilly is not only refreshing but it's also freakin' catchy.Now they are back with the sophomore effort "Alive" and man this puppy really ups the game.Proving their debut album was no fluke, The Nevrotix come out swinging hard  with 13 original tracks.Once again we get that kool old school psychobilly/neo rockabilly mixture but this time out the sound is more beefier and stronger.Hell these cats are flexing their muscles here and one has to be colored  impressed.There isn't a week track to be found here .Highlights include: "The Hatching", "The Plague", "No Name", " Nervous Beat" and "Fire Train".

   
      The Nevrotix are like a fine tuned engine on "Alive".It's got the horsepower and doesn't disappoint. It's a no brain here,they're a damn good  but I don't think we really knew just how good .This is 100 % top shelf and a diffident must have . Highly recommended!!! 
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The Wreck - Sailors Grave 2017

Just when you think it's safe to set sail,along comes The Wreck .A group of psycho pirates that aim to take over the seven seas .With a whack of mayhem and pedigree they fired off a very kool warning shot earlier this year with the"Nosferatu"single.Now there back with a barrage and looking to take no prisoners .The band's debut album "Sailors Grave" has just washed ashore and this puppy is a straight up winner.Clocking in with 12 rockin' tracks of old school psychobilly that will light a fire under your ass.This is fun and brisk  psychobilly that has a little twist of new wave. It's also a damn refreshing and powerful ride that will have you coming back for more.Highlights include: "Space Outlaw:, "Morphine" The Day The Earth Stood Still", "Attack Of The Giant Bumblebee" and the sweet "Axe To Beat".

     
     There was a some major anticipation for "Sailors Grave" and it's safe to say that The Wreck  have delivered big time here .This is one pirate's treasure you want to snag up.Highly recommended!!!
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The Gruffs - Not The Full Shilling 2017

When The Gruffs  formed in early 2016  they created some mild interest.After all this is an outfit that has some major pedigree with members coming out of Luna Vegas,The Hellrazors and Mickey and The Mutants.Instead of rushing things the band took the time to write and record material.It turned out to be a good call.The result is" Not The Full Shilling" a slab of delicious old school psychobilly. This puppy comes at you with 12 original tracks that are loaded and ready for fun.It's old school with a  flare of neo rockabilly, so you know it rocks.There is also a whack of humor running through it that at times, some may consider naughty. It's also has a really great vibe about it from start to finish.Highlights include: "Onion Head" , "Stumpy & Skunk Eye", "Bamboo Boogie Man" and "Sniff".

   
"Not The Full Shilling"  is a stout debut album but then again that should be no surprise considering the cats involved here.It's solid  right from the song writing to the production.You can put your feet up or wreck to this one.It's all good. Recommended!!
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Mad Man Horse - Hits You Hard 2017

They say you can't judge a book by it's cover. Same goes for album covers, case in point the new debut album from Man Man Horse .Yeah the cover is pretty funny 70's cheese that will mislead many that aren't familiar  with the band  but the title " Hits You Hard" is bang on.If you are familiar with them you know that this is one rockin' psycho outfit [with one stout ep on their rap sheet] .You also will know that they are constantly compared to Demented Are .But back to  "Hits You Hard" ,this puppy crashes in with 13 tracks of ass kickin' psychobilly. This is loud,proud,kinetic and a whack of fun.Highlights include "Retarded Rock N Roll", "Rattlebone Rock", "Bad Blood Man" and "Dig Em'Up Rock"

 
 Bottom line on "Hits You Hard" is that this is a killer album that delivers a knock out punch. If your looking for a band that rocks out these cats are for you .Highly Recommended

The Jack O' Bones - Three Jacks 2016

If  you into  "Psychotic Rock n Roll"/ psychobilly you gotta check out The Jack O' Bones.These kats have been hard at it since late 2012 and are often overlooked by psychos. But those who are familiar with the band will tell you just how good they are.Hell my better is a huge fan and she ain't afraid to tell anyone just how good they are .Anyway this is a band that packs a big punch and is on the stacked Diablo Records label .Their debut album "Wreck Ya To Death" is more than stout and one you should check out.That said the band's sophomore album "Three Jacks " has now dropped and this puppy is pretty kool .Punching in with 11 tracks of  psychobilly fun that will leave you impressed.This is old school psychobilly that strikes a solid balance with punk,billy and rock n roll.The result is a fresh and brisk ride.Highlights include: "Do You Believe In Werewolves", "Cleopatras Eyes", "Keyboard Warrior", and "3 Jacks".

  The Jack O' Bones check all the boxes with " Three Jacks ". From song writing to execution to production,this is a pretty strong album that is brisk ,fun and killer .A definite pick up.Highly recommended!
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The Test Pilots - Parachute Party 2016

In early 2015 The Test Pilots came screaming out of Sweden with one hell of an ep entitled "Deadly Rhythms". These kats totally caught  pretty much all of the psychobilly/rockabilly crowd off-guard .The band then preceded to gain major international airplay and praise.Their brand of psychobilly/neo-rockabilly is strikingly fresh,exciting and full of potential.Now with the release of their debut album " Parachute Party" The Test Pilots are smacking down their hand and it's one that's hard to beat. We get 10 tracks here (9 new) that you can't help but dig.This is modern psychobilly with  old school flare and a stiff shot of neo rockabilly.At times it sounds familiar but it always sounds original and fresh,it's not your typical psychobilly. Highlights include: " The Blob", "Jumble Stomp", "Deadly Rhythms", Thin Blue Line" and "Flipped Out,Twisted n' Trashed".

        You just know these guys don't hold to the usual constraints of psychobilly and that's a good thing.  The Test Pilots are one seriously talented outfit and "Parachute Party" bears that out. This is a killer album from start to finish and one you should snap up. Highly recommended!!   https://www.facebook.com/thetestpilots/timeline

The Lab Ratz - Terror Is Loose 2016

The Lab Ratz  exploded onto the Montreal scene back in 2014 and haven't looked back since.Sure they have a serious whack of  pedigree but this an outfit that doesn't rest on it's laurels.Hell they are known for been one really intense and raw live act.In some corners of the Canadian psychobilly scene the band's debut album has been just as hotly anticipated as some of the other big name releases that happen late last year.So now in early 2016 the band has dropped their debut album " Terror Is Loose". There is no doubt this puppy rocks hard and nails it.We get 13 original  tracks of pure killer psychobilly  that really do impress.This is psychobilly that will  appeal to both the old school and modern camps.Highlights include: "Uptown Mouse", "Duct Tape Boogie", "Channel Real TV", " Revenge" and "Wild Cavemen".

        With "Terror Is Loose" The Lab Ratz  have more than  lived up to all the buzz about them.It really is no surprise that this is a killer album  and that should tell you something. Highly recommended!!
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The Nevrotix - Paranoid 2016

Once in a while a band comes down the pike that truly stands apart.Case in point ,The Nevrotix  these young upstarts from Sweden released a killer 4 song ep/ demo in late 2014.By mid 2015 these kats had garnered a whack of airplay around the globe as well as some serious buzz.Their brand of old school psychobilly with the right mix of neo rockabilly comes off strikingly fresh and modern. A lot of people,including myself are and were excited about the band's full album debut.Well it's now here ,call "Paranoid" and it's a real doozie. This puppy roars in with 11 original tracks of rockin' psychobilly that's hard not to like.All 4 of the songs from the demo are here and the rest of the tracks are as good and / or  better.As a result this is one really strong album that delivers in spades.Highlights include: " Mad About You", " Rampton Rage", "Hyena Bop", and " Moon Monster".

      
        The Nevrotix have shown with "Paranoid"that they are a band worthy of the buzz about them.This is more than an impressive  debut  album,it's also stellar.This belongs in your collection and they may just become your new fave.Highly recommended!!   https://www.facebook.com/thenevrotix/   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyovel2zXV4Gaw3wm6UokfQ  

Damage Done By Worms – Psycurity Inc. 2015

 Damage Done By Worms are back, but it's not like they really went away.Since forming way back in 1989 these Berlin kats have released 3 albums,an ep  and appeared on many compilations. The last album released was the pretty stout "Tonight" released back in 1999.Over the years the band has continued to appear at many festivals as well as other smaller gigs,most of which have been in Europe.As a result the outfit  usually gets overlooked and kinda has stayed under the wire here in North America.Make no mistake here ,this is a serious killer and unique band. If you don't believe me just check out any of their releases.That said the long awaited 4th album "Psycurity Inc." came out earlier this year and it's one damn impressive effort.This puppy kicks the door in with 15 original tracks of psychobilly that meld old school psychobilly,neo rockabilly, surf,and rock n roll with a bit of punk attitude into a refreshing  stew. We even get some harp action tossed in for an add attraction,what's not to like.Highlights include: " Showgirls", "Bullshit", "Psycurity Inc.","Horror" and "Your Way".

      They say good things come to those who wait ,well in the case of  " Psycurity Inc." that's true.This is a smart ,diverse and killer album that is simply top shelf.  Damage Done By Worms have made a big statement here and hopefully we don't have to wait a long time for their next album.Highly Recommended!!
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The Minestompers - The Minestompers 2015

You gotta give it to a band that let's itself be promoted as "Colognes most hated retards". Chances  are The Minestompers aren't retards and maybe they are hated by some  but one thing for sure is that they are a pretty good psychobilly band.Since 2008 they have been beating and kicking out some kool old school style psychobilly that's hard to ignore.This is an outfit that has some serious pedigree and the chops to go along with it.Fans of the band have waited years for an album and now that wait is over .The self titled debut  smashes in with 14 tracks(13 originals and 1 cover)  that will and do impress.This is psychobilly that is old school ,at times is hard ,plays fast and loose, has a sense of humor and really never takes the foot off the gas.Highlights include: " Invasion" ," Demon Twist", "Mama's Clit" and " Leprechaun Boogie"                                                                                         

                                                                                                   

  The one cover on the album is also worth noting,it's a kool version of "Possessed To Skate",the Suicidal Tendencies track.The Minestompers may have taken a few years to release their debut but it's diffidently been worth the wait.Overall this is one serious stout album that's fun and  delivers the goods.Recommended!!   https://www.facebook.com/theminestompers/timeline

The Rocket Beats - Human Tornado 2015

The Rocket Beats are a young,exciting and hungry psychobilly that have been turning heads since 2012 when they came crashing out of Russia.Their debut ep "Welcome To The Rocket Beats" (2013) was and is a pretty good ep that managed to garner the band some deserved attention. After all this is old school psychobilly done well and you gotta like that.Now the band is back with their debut album " Human Tornado" and lets just say this puppy kicks butt.These kats have really upped the anti here.Coming in with 11 tracks of old school psychobilly that hit you square and  move with urgency.Hell, The Rocket Beats bring all the elements of good old school psychobilly to the table as well as some pretty good female vocals(mostly backup but lead on one track) too boot.Highlights include: "Rocket Alert Theme", "Dinosaur Rock", " Let's Shout Again" and "Human Tornado".

   There is nothing here not to like," Human Tornado" is that good and you really don't have to be a fan of psychobilly to enjoy this puppy.The Rocket Beats are one of those bands that you best keep an eye on. Highly Recommended !!    https://www.facebook.com/TheRocketBeats/timeline  

Bad Dooleys - Wild Wood 2015

When the German psycho rockers Bad Dooleys came out of hibernation back in 2011 more than a few fans were caught off guard.After all the band had been put to rest in 1993 and really didn't have much of a footprint outside of Europe.Then in 2012 they released the pretty stout "King Of The Sea" album and the result was a fair bit of  radio and podcast airplay around the world.Well now there back with their fifth album "Wild Wood" and this is one impressive effort.Clocking in with 9 originals and one cover of catchy old school flavored psychobilly  that is hard to resist.This is not only more aggressive than "King Of The Sea",it's also stronger and has a fresher and more focused  feel about it.Highlights include: "Beast in the Jungle" ,"Fast Cars", "Hell Dogs" and "Old Man Stompin' Shoes".
       The Bad Dooleys have turned it up a bit here and "Wild Wood " has some muscle, is pretty damn good  and is really easy to like.Not bad for a band some people wrote off years ago.Recommended!!  https://www.facebook.com/BadDooleys?fref=ts

The Diggerz - A Psycho's Tales 2015

In late 2014 I was tipped off about  The Diggerz and to be honest I wasn't familar with them.The word was that these kats were a damn good band and one I should keep an eye on, hell they even have some pedigree too boot.This German psycho outfit has developed a pretty good rep. The band's debut album  "A Psycho's Tales"  is now out and it lives up to the praise I had heard about them and more. This puppy starts off with a horror fused intro and then  breaks into 9 tracks of old school psychobilly that is downright good.This is fresh ,diverse and vital psychobilly that's hard to resist.Highlights include: "BBQ On A Lost Island", "Forgotten Son", "Hangover", and "Breakout".

   
The Diggerz  have  been compared to a hand full of other psychobilly bands but make no mistake here they are their own band with their own  unique sound.If you want proof "  A Psycho's Tales" bares that out.This is killer album and highly recommended!!   https://www.facebook.com/diggerzpsycho?fref=ts