The Thirsty Crows - Hangman's Noose 2018

Over the years the Los Angeles psychobilly has gained a rep as a tough scene to get noticed in.Part of the reason is that a lot of the band's kinda sound the same.  Back in 2011, The Thirsty Crows came onto the scene with their self coined  "South Bay Rockabilly" sound.It's less rockabilly and more psychobilly with a huge shot of spaghetti,it's also damn kool.That sound helped the band get noticed and separated them  from the pack.They started out as a 3 piece ,put out a sweet self titled ep in 2014 and then morphed into a 4 piece,which gave them a fuller and  more dangerous sound.Then in late 2017 they signed up with Batcave Records.The result of all this is their debut album,  "Hangman's Noose", a stout release that hits with  confidence and scores a direct punch . Coming in with 14 tracks of modern psychobilly packed with a whack of spaghetti, some punk,rockabilly and a tinge of Americana .All 5 songs from the band's ep are redone here and long time fans won't be disappointed.It's a sweet and dark ride that surprises.Highlights include: " Hangman's Noose"," Heart Attack"," Midnight Rumble" and "Vengeful Son"

   
       Overall, "Hangman's Noose" is a well balanced ,and well produced effort that never gets heavy handed.The Thirsty Crows are a band that mean business here and this puppy cuts the mustard.Recommended!
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The 427's - Stay Gold 2018

 
   The 427's  have quietly become one of Canada's top surf bands.With little fan fare they have managed to garner enough  airplay  to achieve some top chart success  on college radio across the country.Hell, for a surf band that's pretty much unheard.Thier "Surf Noir" ep and the debut album "Mavericks" will convince you that this outfit is a serious contender.The band's latest offering "Stay Gold" has now washed ashore and once again they have another winner on their hands.This time out we get 14 original tracks of kool surf.From traditional to noir (spy) to spaghetti and even shades of exotica. This is one sweet and well produced  slab of surf that delivers.Highlights include: " Bullitt", " Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid", "Escape From Alcatraz", "Bikini Thief " and the fun romping "Liberty Belle"

   
     Overall this is The 427's best effort to date and you just know that that they haven't shown their full hand yet.It's smart and sexy surf that will definitely colour you impressed. Highly recommended
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Doyley & The Twanglords - Twang Solo 2017

 The ever busy and prolific Philip Doyle (aka Doyley) is at it again.Now he's flexing his musical muscles  with  Doyley & The Twanglords and the stellar album "Twang Solo". This puppy crashes ashore with 20 kool instrumental tracks that range from traditional surf to surfpunk  to psycho surf .If that wasn't enough throw in some sci- fi, spy, b movie madness and shades of spaghetti.It all makes for a  rich and diverse mix  that will have you coming back for more.Also some of the tracks originally date back to Doyley's Klingonz days as well as tracks from The Zorchmen and The Guitar Slingers.Highlights include: "Twangzilla" , "D-Twang", "One Of Our Spies Is Missing", "Graviton" and the remix of "ZorchX14"
     Diablo Records have another winner with " Twang Solo",hell even the album art work by Eugenio Magno is sweet. It's a top shelf surf album that gives you a big bang for your buck and hopefully Doyley & The Twanglords isn't a one off project . This is one you diffidently want to get your hands on. Highly Recommended!!  https://diablorecordsuk.bandcamp.com/album/doyley-the-twanglords-twang-solo
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Los Tiros - Expertos En Cagarla 2015

Los Tiros is a surf band from Guatemala and sadly most of us haven't heard of them. Until a few weeks ago I hadn't heard of them either.Let's just say you really gotta give these cats a listen.This is  instro / spaghetti surf that you can sink your teeth into.The band's debut "Tu Pesadilla Regresó, Bienvenido al Infierno"came out 2013 album (I haven't heard it but I hear it's killer). Their sophomore album  "Expertos En Cagarla" was released in late 2015  and started getting noticed here in North America in mid 2016. This is one album that will blow you away.It smashes in with 13tracks that hit the ground hard and it doesn't let up.We get a blast of spaghetti surf that collides with surf punk and still at times comes off as revved up traditional surf.This may be the fastest western/spaghetti  surf album out there and it's damn good to boot!Highlights include: " Colt del Tipo 420", " El Último Tiro", "  Forjado a Fuego Lento en Fort Knox", and " Big Chief ".
    There has been a whack of excellent surf music released in the last couple of years and " Expertos En Cagarla" is up there with some of the best.You really want to check  Los Tiros out .You will not be disappointed. Highly recommended!!

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The Surfaders - A Greater Silence 2015

Back in 2012 The Surfaders released the mighty fine " Dragstrip Murder Mystery"and it caught more than a few surf fans off guard.The band found itself firmly planted on the surf map and quickly became one of the  surf bands to watch.Their blend of traditional ,spaghetti,surf noir with a smearing of punk was and is refreshing and kinda kool. Now in 2015 there back ,better and still have a few surprises too boot. The band's sophomore effort  "A Greater Silence"  ups the game and changes direction.This puppy washes ashore with 12 original tunes that cover the usual ground of surf but this time out the band heads more into  spaghetti western territory.Not only that we get vocals and not just on a couple of tracks but 5.The Vocals will throw most but don't let that fool you this is still really good surf. Highlights include: " Sarpha", "Little Johnny from Hangman's Tree", "Dust from the Sun" and the killer " Sharkbait"

   The Surfaders aren't a band that's afraid to change it up and push the boundaries .With "A Greater Silence"  they prove that. This is a damn good album that manages to surprise, challenge you and leaves you wondering where  The Surfaders go next. Recommended!!
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Los Tiki Phantoms - El Misterio Del Talisman 2015

It's been 10 years now since  Los Tiki Phantoms  rode their first wave and over that time they have become  one the most popular surf bands in the world and rightfully so.Their 3 albums and 2 singles are a testament to just how good they really are.This is a surf band that not only mixes it up but also can light it up.From traditional to garage to smash mouth and spaghetti, these kats can  not  only cover the surf map  but do it well to boot. It's been 4 years since their last album so the recent release of " El Misterio Del Talisman" will have fans jumping for joy.This new puppy crashes ashore with  a punch,we get 15 killer tracks that get the job done. Sure it may be more of the same but it's  pretty damn  good, so why change? Highlights include: "Patada Trueno", " Evasión Y Victoria", " Surf´n´turf " and "Espiral Cósmica "

      Once again  Los Tiki Phantoms have  delivered the goods with "El Misterio Del Talisman". But then again if you know anything about these kats you kinda  know that's the case .In fact this may just be their best yet,it's that good! Highly Recommended!!! 
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The Derangers - The Legend of Daphne Blue and the Westernmental Sound 2014

 Way back at the start of 90's The Derangers  made a whack of noise when they released  the track "Rio Sangre". That one song would cement them into surf rock history ,it was and still is Spaghetti surf at it's best.The band remained active till packing it up in 2000 leaving only a few recordings behind. In 2013 the band got back together and now have released their first official album,"The Legend of Daphne Blue and the Westernmental Sound". This  is really a best of/retrospective album  that truly shows just how good this band is .Riding in with 13 tracks of killer surf that are nothing short of damn kool .You wanna know what kool sounds like,well here it is.From traditional surf to spaghetti to straight up  instro rock this puppy nails it.Highlights include: "The Impaler", "Twang 'em High","'69 Firebird" and "Rio Sangre"

               When it comes to getting more bang for your buck "The Legend of Daphne Blue and the Westernmental Sound"  more than delivers .This is strong, timeless and will stay with you. If your a fan of surf this is a must have ,hell even if your not, it still will color you impressed .Highly recommended !  https://www.facebook.com/derangersmusic/timeline  http://www.reverbnation.com/thederangers