Sit On It – This Breakneck Pace Is Killing Us All

While it’s often considered poor form to let first impressions prematurely determine one’s verdict prior to a disc to running its course, it’s tough to deny the joys of getting off to a strong start.  Such is the case with Florida’s Sit On It and their debut EP, This Breakneck Pace Is Killing Us All.  From the first note, the album pushes out five tracks of sing along pop-punk perfection sure to bring a smile to fans of Handguns and Pulley alike.

Such broad appeal stems from a combination of clean, catchy pop punk circa The Wonder Years or Handguns, with a confident melodic centrepiece born of the band’s loose Epi-Fat inspired drumming.  The opening moments of “Monroe St.” find the band employing a brief but effective gang vocal before launching head first into a salvo of rapid fire drumming and punchy harmonies.  The song plays to the identity of uplifting underdog anthem in it’s trumpeting of holding one’s head high amidst a sea of conformity.  “Catalonia” continues with it’s promise of finding “a place called home in Philidelphia” for those willing to take a chance and pursue their calling.  The acoustic opening feels fresh and in place, genuinely inspiring as per the track’s intent.  “The Great Escape” furthers the concept of breaking out, smartly weaving each chorus with lyrical pick me ups that spring to life in background vocals and overall melody.  “Don’t Let Them Bury You” ends the disc with a final call to inspiration no less passionate; the simple statement “holding on is such a waste of time” affording listeners a final moment save their sanity and relinquish their qualms.  

The album’s strength lies with the uncompromising personality of five distinct and succinct and songs.  This Breakneck Pace Is Killing Us All is masterfully melodic and lyrically lucid in its catchy and engaging performances.  Like a firm handshake and greeting from your soon to be new best friend, Sick Of It just knows how to connect on a sociable and relatable level.