Slogun "Murder U.S.A." 2x7"
[L.S.D.O.]
Thank fucking hell LSDO is back, because they're definitely my favorite label when it comes to the experimental noise world. Always top notch. Always. And here Slogun hits hard with power electronics that only Brooklyn could deliver. All of the songs are short and cut to the chase. In "West - These Voices" subtle hums and distortion repeat under those patented vocals that are instantly recognizable. "South - Revisited" is a bit harder and busier, with more rhythmic distortion and some distortion on the vocal shouts (which are also a bit more over the top). "North - Just Perfect" is straight harsh distortion, thick but minimal. And yes, more of those vocals kick in with some maniacal content and similar arrangements. "East - The Lords" starts with a midrange squeal that caves in to more brutal distortion and yet more unforgettable vocals. All of the tracks are similar with a consistently (and appropriately) raw recording, but that doesn't bother me since everything sort of blows by in a flash. As with all LSDO releases the packaging here is god damn awesome. The 7"s come in a full color gatefold sleeve printed on matte paper (hand-numbered of 1000 copies on the back) with one record and two postcards in each half. The imagery is based around dirty colors and textures with excellent layering and typefaces. It looks awesome, and having the phrase "therapy through violence" brandished across the center spread sort of drives the point home. The first record is on marbled gray vinyl, the second on beautiful marbled brown vinyl. The postcards are glossy and more vibrantly colored, with lyrics and stylized images on the backs (hands holding a gun, a knife, a syringe, and a scalpel). Insanely violent lyrics adorn every track, which is generally not my thing, but I just love this guy's attitude, and he delivers the lines so differently than most. "Fucked again, Ripped from the inside, Never enough - just perfect you say, Bullshit bitch - talking shit, You don't get it - you just don't get, What the fuck are you looking for? Just what the fuck are you looking for?" If you've heard Slogun once you've sort of heard most of it, but the man is good at what he does, and I'm all for it. This is definitely an identifiable and original project overlooking a stale vat of worthless shit. Another superb offering from LSDO. (8/10)
Running time - 13:00 (approximately), Tracks: 4
[Notable tracks: all four are very strong]
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