Self-described ‘river punk’ band Top Soil put a punk rock edge on folk, buegrass, rockabilly, and even some ska music. Hailing from Frenchtown, New Jersey, this year saw the release of the band’s second album, entitled “Way Out,” a follow-up to their 2009 self-titled debut.
You can check out a full stream of “Way Out” here or buy the whole thing for $5. You can also check out the video for “Atonement” right here.
I'm not sure if it's the vocals reminiscent of the original singer from UK punk act Drones, or very early days Davey Havok, but something about the new EP from Milwaukee hardcore act Mud Dog is really grabbing my attention. It might be the gang vocals on title track "Strike Back" or the change ups with secondary singers on a few of the songs. Or all of the above. The point is "Strike Back" is worth a listen for any hardcore punk fans, all the more so since it's up for free download on bandcamp.
Great original music! One of the best live bands you will ever see.
Hope they tour soon. We need some of this in Wisco.