Guns On The Roof - New Frustration (Glory Glory Records) Review by Steve Green

I reviewed the bands Last Orders EP back in May and was impressed with their old school Punk values. I also fired a warning about their poppier side and thankfully that side of their sound is practically non existent on this album. This is a young band embracing the more commercial side of (real) Punk, ie: the more accessible side of The Clash, and mixing it with their own high energy performances and catchy melodies. And because of this, it's easy to see why they've clocked up a few notable supports: The Anti Nowhere League, Dead Kennedy's, The Misfits, UK Subs, Stiff Little Fingers etc... as their music is, I'm sure, perfect for the live environment. Especially as they sound so much like The Clash.

But it's not all about worshiping the ground that Joe Strummer and Mick Jones walk on. Admittedly there are times when I'd lose the argument on that statement, but at other times you can see their own sound emerging, particularly on the ferocious Freedom and the surprisingly mellow, acoustic led Yours Sincerely. So, their influences are bloody easy to spot, yet at the same time they've got the balance of old and new just about right.
Fans of The Clash and old school punk should head over to www.gunsontheroof.com asap.

By Steve Green Live 4 metal