
Record Label: Fat Wreck Chords
Genre: Punk
Band Link: www.nofxofficialwebsite.com
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This was the first time I’ve approached the new NOFX album as a fan instead of just a reviewer. After seeing the band on Backstage Passport, I decided to finally give NOFX a shot. “Coaster” was released back in April on Fat Wreck Chords and I think it’s a lot better than their previous album “Wolves in Wolves’ Clothing.” That album had some great tunes on it, but I prefer “Coaster” as of right now. NOFX has been around for 25 years, yet show no signs of slowing down!
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Record Label: Side One Dummy
Genre: Punk Rock
Band Link: www.anti-flag.com
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Anti-Flag are back with another politically charged album, but this time it’s on Side One Dummy. Their last two albums were on RCA but the band is back on an independent label now. Their previous album “The Bright Lights of America” was a big disappointment for me. The songs weren’t that great, and seemed like something was lacking in their songs. It just wasn’t good. Their other RCA album “For Blood and Empire” was their best album in my opinion so when I put on this album, I was hoping “The People or the Gun” would be more in line with that one. I think Anti-Flag have rebounded from their last dud of a record!
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I guess Anti-Flag didn’t like major labels or they were just dropped from their label. They are now releasing their next album on Side One Dummy! Personally I think it’s a perfect fit for the band, since Side One Dummy has a great lineup of bands & artists. Their Side One Dummy debut will be released on June 9th and it will be called “The People or the Gun.”
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