First Wave Punk-inspired The Kingcrows, hailing from Leeds; bring us their latest single – the affectionately titled “Young Guns Of Nowhere Town”. This quartet I’m guessing were listening to The Clash’s “Give ’em Enough Rope” for inspiration when they conceived this song? There’s more than a nod to “All The Young Punks” in the vocal intro. It’s an anthemic vocal onslaught over a chugging drumbeat, while the lyrical content is all too familiar.
It’s a happy-go-lucky song for all the ‘outsider bands’ and fans alike, spreading positive vibes while delivering “the message” – the Revolution may just be around the corner… The bass-centric bridge is great before those anthemic vocals bellow out once more, taking the song to a sharp conclusion.
I can’t believe after nine visits to Rebellion I may have missed The Kingcrows, that’s the problem with line-up clashes! For fans of pre – “London Calling” The Clash, this is a band well worth checking out on the evidence of this stellar release.
Release date – 07.10.2022
Band members
Phil E Stine – vocals
Lee J – guitar
Rocco – bass
Ratbag – drums
Links
http://www.thekingcrows.com
https://www.facebook.com/kingcrows
Review by Ross A. Ferrone.
