Slapback Johnny – Hit Me Up 2018

  If your looking for high octane  rockabilly,the Dutch rockabilly trio Slapback Johnny will definitely be the shot you need.These cats have been dishing out a sweet stew of "red hot rockabilly" mixed in with some jump blues and straight up rock n roll since 2012. With 3 damn stout singles under their belts ,fans of the band have been calling out for an album .While the wait is over and the band has dropped their killer debut; "Hit Me Up" and man they are laying down the law.This puppy crashes down the door with 13 original killer tracks.From high impact rockabilly to driving jump blues ,swing and rock n roll, this is one thrill ride you want to join in on .Only once, on "Last Night" do they lift the pedal.We also get all but one of  their  previous released tracks.  Highlights include: "You've Been Told", "One Last Shot", "Bombshell",Ball n Chain" and "Hit Me Up".

       
      Slapback Johnny really nail it here and as a result "Hit Me Up" is one of the years best albums It's a powerful outing that's totally enjoyable, fun and leaves you wanting more.Highly recommended!!!
 https://www.facebook.com/SlapbackJohnny/  http://www.slapbackjohnny.nl/      https://slapbackjohnny.bandcamp.com/

Punch Drunk Cabaret - This is a Disturbance 2018

  When it comes to Punch Drunk Cabaret, you need to know a couple of things. This is a daring,unique and original outfit,that's flat out killer.With every release they step it up and always surprise.That said the masters of Steampunk Swing are back with their 4th album, "This is a Disturbance". Not holding back, this puppy goes straight for the throat.We get 11 original tracks that  rock pretty hard.Once again they deliver a great mix of steampunk,billy,swing,blues and rock n roll. It's also their darkest album and has a shot of anger, too boot.However don't let that fool you ,it's also pretty kool and a damn refreshing thrill ride.Highlights include: "Flag. Bible. Gun", "Bucketful Of Boom", "Bring Your Teeth","Burn Down The Chicken House" and "Under The Darkest Sky"

     
       Once again Punch Drunk Cabaret  have released another winner with " This is a Disturbance".Hell it's a smart and dangerous album,that will color you impressed and leave you wanting more. Highly recommended!!!
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Twin . Fin - Whiskey Wine & Venom Love 2015

These days it's gotta be a tough row for swingabilly bands.There aren't many doing it and the venues for them to play at  are far and few.In the barren waste lands  of South Western Ontario hail the outfit known as  Twin . Fin. Over the past few years they have changed members,their name and have evolved from a straight up rockabilly band to a pretty kool swingabilly band. During that time they developed a  following, gained some  strong radio airplay and released a strong single "Rocco Perri". That song has gotten the band some major attention. The next step for these kats was to put out an album.Instead of rushing out something they would regret the band  took the time and effort to do it right as they say.The result is "Whiskey Wine & Venom Love" a strong,smooth and damn good debut.We get  10 originals  of swingabilly that have the right mix of blues ,jazz and rockabilly. The songs range from sultry slow burners  to all out out boppers and as a result the album has a kool vibe and a good flow.Highlights include: "Devil Girl Stomp", "City Of City",  "Whiskey Wine & Venom Love" and " Won't Let You Go"
This is a strong debut by a band that has good songs  and can execute them very well.If your into swingabilly this puppy is for you and even if your not " Whiskey Wine & Venom Love" is worth checking out. Recommended.    https://www.facebook.com/TwinFin-494503570709347/timeline     check out a couple tunes here  http://allstage.ca/project/twin-fin-whisky-wine-and-venom-love/