New week and once again new letter. Short run of some O bands this week. And what better way to kick of a Monday then with some Punk. Some newer yet some how old school punk. OFF! is a newer band made up of veteran punkers. Led by ex Black Flag, Circle Jerks frontman Keith Morris, the band has that old school early 80's Punk vibe to it. Rounded out by member of Redd Kross, Burning Brides, and Rocket From The Crypt, this supergroup of you will pulls no punches. Short, sweet and to the point this album clocks in at just over 15 minutes. That's right there's no song over a minute and a half here. 'First Four EPs' is just that the band originally released 4 EPs which comprise this album. From the opener 'Black Thoughts' it's just straight forward Punk. Enjoy this prime slice of 15 minutes. It's time to go OFF!
OFF! has gained attention since they formed. Originally Keith wanted to make another Circle Jerks record, but not everybody could get on the same page. So in protest OFF! was formed. Having one of the most iconic punk frontmen doesn't hurt. This album does have the old Black Flag vibe to it, just with an updated sound. This album is great if you need a quick wake up. Songs like 'Black Thoughts', 'I Don't Belong' and 'Darkness' just make you wanna slam dance. Also there's Keith's eulogy to the late The Gun Club frontman Jeffery Lee Pierce on here, which proves old Punkers still have heart. Solid record through and through, even for those hardened old Punk fans.
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