RamTatTa - STATIC THOUGHT – THE MOTIVE FOR MOVEMENT

Even the first album by the band from San Francisco raised my eyebrows. The band offered a mixture of hardcore punk, crust, garage paired with '77 punk and screamo influences on their debut album. At first glance, it sounds like a crude mix. But it’s not, as the band has blended these ingredients together like a good bartender into a palatable concoction. With “The Motive for Movement,” the band consistently continues on their path. The songs are more melodic and feature more tempo changes than on the debut album. This makes the album more demanding. The melodies feel more thought-out. The concern that the band is now leaning towards a fiddly sound is completely unfounded. The songs are even more aggressive, powerful, and captivating. The furious vocals of the band, with everyone taking turns singing as is customary in a good grassroots democratic band, always come across as aggressive and full of rage. At times, you feel right in the middle of a street fight with burning cars, police, and barricades. The band is politically motivated, which is reflected in the lyrics. Unfortunately, the lyrics are not printed in the booklet. This is a shame because for a band like STATIC THOUGHT, the lyrics are extremely important.
Otherwise, there’s nothing to complain about. “The Motive for Movement” is a technically demanding album, with a unique mix of styles and very engaged lyrics.
Label: Hellcat
Distribution: SPV
Release Date: 12.09.2008
Homepage: www.staticthought.com

STATIC THOUGHT

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