np: "worldbeater" - hair police
I could just say that I've been listening to "Juicebox" on repeat since yesterday and it wouldn't be entirely inaccurate, but it would be pretty damn boring for you loyal readers. Actually, I did take a break from the Strokes tonight to wallow in some head-pounding noise action. Mostly I've been checking out the always awesome Lightning Bolt, especially their killer new album Hypermagic Mountain which is due out soon on Load Records. I think it just may be their most ferocious and all-around solid album yet, so make sure you check that one out. But I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce you to another great noise band that hasn't really gotten the exposure of a Lightning Bolt or a Wolf Eyes, Hair Police. Besides having an awesome name, these guys create dangerous squalls of noise using everything from battered instruments to tape manipulations. If you've ever wanted to feel like you're being pulled into the seventh ring of hell by your tonsils, through your eardrums, check these guys out. They've been fortunate enough to open for Sonic Youth in the past so you know they're doing something right to get the Thurston endorsement. Check out the link below, and the one just underneath the picture, for a taste of the madness. These both come from 2002's Blow Out Your Blood, enjoy. But please - if you like what you hear, run down to your local indie store or follow one of the links provided and support the band.
"that's not blood" - hair police
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