Geoff Palmer Addresses “An Otherwise Negative Situation” On New Album

The highly prolific Geoff Palmer (The Guts / The Queers / The Connection / Kurt Baker Combo) has returned with a brand new full-length, An Otherwise Negative Situation, via Stardumb Records, Brassneck Records and Endless Detention Records. Accompanied by his long-time friends Zack Spraque (The Connection) on drums and Kurt Baker (K7s / Kurt Baker Combo) on bass, on these ten brand new songs Geoff Palmer is seemingly effortlessly and perfectly bridging the gap between power pop and pop punk again, like only he can.

“Time fuses into a vast tapestry of memories. Unraveling those individual moments requires some effort. Yet, I distinctly recall the countless instances of starting and halting work on this record. Each time we gained momentum and enthusiasm, life’s unexpected obstacles would appear, impeding our progress. One might assume these hindrances would dishearten me, but surprisingly, every hurdle brought something exhilarating. Thus, the title ‘An Otherwise Negative Situation’ encapsulates the crafting of these songs. It could have been a negative experience if these challenges had been joyless or unwanted. However, it is challenging to lament being inundated with enjoyable, transformative, and thrilling life changes that momentarily pause one project but open the doors to countless new opportunities. Hence, it is not a negative situation per se but an otherwise negative one. Regarding the songwriting process, it adhered to the usual pattern, involving the familiar accomplices I always anticipate with excitement. It remains one of my greatest joys. We gather with many ideas, accompanied by some beers or gummies (all legal, of course), sharing laughter and weaving melodies. To be surrounded by creativity alongside my best friends, family, pets, and dope recording gear – few things surpass such bliss.”