DRES CODE - Not From TX Demo
First thing. Yes, the band name is spelled correctly. DRES. Next, the name of the tape. There was a band from Houston, TX called DRESS CODE, not active since 2015 it seems. The tape named as such to help those who are confused I guess. This band is out of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. A scene that is demanding to be seen and quickly gaining momentum over the past few years as a freak punk hot spot. There's a joyfulness and almost fun vibe to DRES CODE. It's hardcore punk make no mistake. The vocals are what really makes this release for me. Very forward in the mix, bright, nothing gruff, just punks shouting. Shared vocals duties between the guitar and bass player. Take any BLATZ recording and put these vocals over it and it just works. I love 'em. Gang vocal shouting the phrase "FUCK YOU" in the last track. It's just plain fun hardcore punk. This band is a three piece. Rare for music like this. Another factor that makes this band stick out in my mind to me. This the best of Murfreesboro. No lyrics sheet. Shame, so close to true greatness on this one. Absolutely worth a listen still.
Available from Ragdoll Records (US) https://ragdollrecords.bandcamp.com/album/not-from-texas
and Noise Merchant Records (UK) https://noisemerchantrecords.bandcamp.com/album/not-from-texas-demo
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