Kamikaze Update - Birdbrain Whatchamacallit

I just wanted to let you guys know that I won't be doing any posts this week. There's too much to do & so little time. I'm also headed home for the upcoming holiday. When I return there will be a day of K Records rarities & other related Grrrl Punk posts followed by a day of Snuffy Smiles (you can relax with those emails now, mmkay?). I'd like to wish you all a happy Thanksgiving (whether you celebrate it or not) and I'll see ya when it's over & done. That is all. ♥

Rational Anthem - Broadcast To Thousands, Heard By None Cassette

Do you remember me raving about Traffic Street Records before (see Turkish Techno/Troublemake split October 29th, 2009) & how every release on the label has been solid if not better? Well, this band's cassette is one of them. Limited to only 100 copies, Rational Anthem let's their punk pop intensity reign supreme while playing a live radio set (on WRFL) in Lexington, Kentucky. I'm pretty sure that this is gone by now but four of these songs are on the band's CDep which can be found on the label's site (along with their 3 splits) or by seeing them play. Also, check out Traffic Street for two highly anticipated releases from The Brokedowns ("New Brains For Everyone" LP) & Like Bats ("Look on the Bright Side" 7") that are do out soon. And with that concludes this week's posts. See ya. ♥

Killer Dreamer - LP 45rpm 12"

This band KILLS!!! Some of you already know this. Those who don't - WAKE THE FUCK UP!!! San Pedro (home to the Minutemen) has given us the cool likes of Toys That Kill & The Underground Railroad To Candyland. Killer Dreamer are from there too. More people should be aware of this band. Their lo-fi melodic mix of punk & pop is superbly executed with intensely catchy hooks and plenty of raw energy. I've gotta' hunch that once they're heard they certainly won't be forgotten. "LP 45rpm" (because it's a 12inch played at 45rpm) is their second LP (also known as Killer Dreamer II) released on Small Pool Records. The label still has copies available (various colored covers) as does the band via their Myspace. As far as I'm concerned Killer Dreamer can do no wrong. Awesome record. Rad band.

Young Offenders - Big Man, Small House b/w Saints

Ah, yes. The Young Offenders!!! I remember rambling on about how cool the Giant Haystacks were (see Outnauts split September 28th & Young Offenders split October 19th, 2009) that I barely talked about these guys. Sorry, dudes. I'm sensing that from hearing the split some of you are finally aware of how bitchin' these guys really are. If not, this single should seal the deal. Deranged Records released this last year & guess what? They still have copies left. Don't know how long that will last, though. I also heard that the Airfix Kits (2/3 Giant Haystacks) just released their new single on Dirtnap Records recently. Rumor has it that No Idea & Green Noise have had a few copies to come in. Order already pending.

Kitty Little - Self Titled 7"

So what's there to say about Kitty Little? Just that they're a fun punk pop band from Albany, New York & that I just can't get enough of 'em. Their addicting mix of harmonic melodies & bouncy feel good rhythms is enough to brighten up anyone's day. This self titled 7inch was released on Peterwalkee Records & is still available (although quantities are running low). You can also get this & the band's other releases via their Myspace page. I HIGHLY recommend getting their "Green Thumbs" single on Art of the Underground in addition to this. The label is out but some are still available from the band (last time I checked). They even throw in a couple of free stickers, which is always an awesome surprise. I love how this band always seems to put a smile on my face. Kitty Little has a very big heart. ♥

NGNX - Eraser b/w Symbionistas!

Here's a single that I haven't heard in while. NGNX (or Newgenics) were something of a rad band when they were around. Comprised of ex-members from Guyana Punch Line and Marion, NGNX play some catchy punk that I sometimes like to call Fugazi pop (at least when referring to this 45). Originally a four way label release with different covers from each, Shock Value Records was responsible for this one. The other three were Stereonucleosis, Hyperrealist, & Dangerously Small Records. I think all 4 are defunct(?) now but there should be a few copies floating around somewhere. (4 labels? A few hundred pressed from each? I think so.) It's a fun record all around & if you've yet to experience it here's your chance. You know somethin'? **sniffs** I kinda' miss this band.

Glue! - Self Titled 7"

I saw RVIVR play with Fleabag recently & I seriously can't wait for their LP to come out! (due sometime this winter). I mentioned the band because Erica Freas (band member/co-singer) also played in THIS band. Glue! is less melodic & more grittier than than RVIVR but they still rocks socks (are people still using that expression? blech!) with their raw core punk pop intensity. Rumbletowne Records (responsible for a slew of excellent releases like The Shorebirds, RVIVR, & Chin Up, Meriwether!) put this out & still has copies available. I believe it's also Erica Freas' label. Now I know why every release has been short of bitchin'. It's because she has a brilliant ear & talent for music. Yip, yip. ♥