Imagine mixing raw garage, post
punk and gritty attitude into a blender and never turning the thing off. That’s
one humble way of describing this 5 piece powerhouse. But who knows how much longer Junkyard
Diamonds will go before they explode? Hopefully their subtle pop sensibilities
will keep that meltdown at bay, at least long enough for their new EP to be
released.
Due out in August, Junkyard
Diamond’s self-titled EP screams with face-smashing crunch and dances with
moments of textured cleanliness. The songs are either drawn out and slow to change,
or they’re packed with punch and power. The gargling vocals provide a rare anchor
for a band flying around their tantalizing possibilities. More than anything,
the EP reveals a bunch of guys who are on the verge of fully harnessing their noise
and chaos. An example of their potential for awesomeness is blared out in full
glory with Chrysalis; a rare moment
on the EP where the fusion of rhythm, melody and rawness is easily jackhammered
into the brain. This EP seeps out signs of life from a band who are teasing
with their ability and possibilities. Their next release will show whether
these guys are headed for eruption or stagnation.
Listen
to: Chrysalis, Love Candle
