Originally released on LP in 2009 by Six Weeks Records, "Lines in the Sand" is the debut full-length from Washington, DC straightedge band Coke Bust. This new CD pressing includes the LP's 17 tracks as well as the "Fuck Bar Culture" 7" and their 2006 demo as a bonus (with a handful of songs from those sessions that were unreleased prior to this, I believe) for a grand total of 33 tracks in less than as many minutes—all wrapped up with a hefty 24-page booklet containing all of the lyrics and tons of photos, flyers, etc. Musically expect nothing but rippin' fast, in your face hardcore in the early-80's style: Raging power chords and chaotic leads; gruff vocal shouts; blasting percussion and hammering, lightly distorted basslines, and so on. You probably know the drill, right? I don't listen to a ton of bands of this nature that weren't actually around in the early-80's, and as is generally the case with this stuff I can't say there's anything particularly innovative happening here, but these dudes totally nail the approach, and their relentless aggression combined with today's crisper and more well-rounded production values start to create a bit of a "powerviolence" vibe, which always tends to grab my attention for whatever reason. So... yeah. I dig it!
Coke Bust "Leave Me Behind"
Coke Bust "Sick of Routine"
Comments
I’ve downloaded some album from them which I’ve found on internet but didn’t check it. If songs would be a little longer it would maybe be even better because as quickly as some good parts appear they disappear. But guess this is “oldschool” way. :)
1.5.2011 | By Carlos
in your face, no bullshit. very much appreciated!
1.6.2011 | By Andy
You hit the nail on the head with the whole powerviolence vibe being present. It’s not “Despised You” but it’s definitely a lot more violent than your standard 80s influenced hardcore band.
1.8.2011 | By Wooderson