GBH was formed when I was still listening to children's songs.
GBH has been around since 1978. Especially in the early days, the band had a significant influence. Many bands mention them when it comes to inspiration and influence. So I was very curious about what the band would release seven years after their last album “Perfume and Piss” with “Momentum.” This is the longest gap between two
album releases that the band has ever had. This also means that the band has always been there, even if one hasn't always noticed it properly.
The sound that can be heard has its roots in the band's early days. It features the melodies that characterize old English punk rock. The music is more powerful yet played very cleanly, driving the songs forward. At times, it even reminds one of motor rock from the Swedish school or Motörhead. Strong guitar work with a powerful, driving drumbeat and an angry, sometimes screeching vocal. This is the stuff that punk rock is made of.
GBH still doesn't hold back. Whether it's “No news” or “Us against the world,” as well as “Population Bomb” or “I never asked for any of this.” The gentlemen may have gotten older, but the anger they still have towards the world is immense. This makes the album so good. The energy that the band has brought into the songs makes the album, makes the songs so authentic, so good.
GBH may not have the status they once did, but they are still a damn good band.
They are old, but Punk.
