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Manchester Punk Festival have released the 36th volume of their compilation series ahead of next year’s festival. Manchester Punk Festival Vol. 36 is…
In 2018, Salem’s Brix’n Mortar emerged, drawing inspiration from hardcore, Oi! and rock cultures thriving in Boston and Europe. Despite their relatively brief tenure, the band members boast an extensive background in the vibrant Massachusetts music landscape in outfits such as Razors In The Night, Chanticlear and Sexcrement. WTF Records have now released Brix’n Mortar‘s debut full-length, Something Ain’t Right, on CD and digital formats with a vinyl release to follow in the coming months.
Brix’n Mortar bring a barrage of new noises to the street with their debut album, the Massachusetts trio delve into various compelling themes, from reflecting on human social nature and embracing the power of unity and resilience to delving into personal struggles and inspiring relentless perseverance. Indeed, upholding positivity and battling negativity remains the recurring theme, with the latter part of the album paying tribute to departed friends and venting frustration with politics, as well as delivering a spirited cover of INXS’s Don’t Change.
Something Ain’t Right also features cover art from Juan Jose Saldarriaga, best known for his works on horror movies such as The Return of the Living Dead, Killer Klowns from Outer Space, Hocus Pocus, Fright Night and Death Drop Gorgeous.