Bent Left- Faberge
by Tim Wenger
Bent Left has been touring the underground punk rock circuit and releasing progressive-themed records for a good decade now, and they have struck again with a new full length entitled Faberge. The album is stocked full of the witty-but-awesomely-humorous social commentary that band has become oh so known for.
According to the band, this is a “concept record about the fragile nature of power and influence,” and the theme is immediately apparent in the opening track “Creationism.” Those familiar with the band’s previous work will recognize the catchy two-part harmonies and trade off vocal lines on tracks such as “Professora Emeritosa” and “What’s Not To Love” that have always done their part to trademark Bent Left’s sound.
Stylistically, the record is melodic punk rock at its best, lending itself to strong vocals and driving power chords to imprint their message firmly into the mind of any listener who takes the time to actually think about what the band is saying. They even throw in some of those loveable “whoa’s” for good measure on the track “Alter Boys and Witches.” Bent Left is one of those bands that is so easy to love no matter what style of punk rock you pledge too- they’ve got a little bit of everything.
Online: bentleft.com
Category: A-Sides
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