KRUM BUMS from Austin, Texas have a new album out.
It is an album that, according to their own statement, is not only the best album so far but also the first album that has captured the band's live sound. Capturing the live sound is always welcome, as most bands come across much better and more powerful live than on record. Listening to it brings back memories of the last concert attended by the band, making one think of a lovely evening.
What immediately stands out when listening to the thirteen songs is the pressure coming from the speakers. The band has not overpromised!
The sound comes from the home speakers just as you know it live. Full throttle. The vocals carve a path through the sound of guitar, bass, and drums with every word. The distinctive, angry, and passionate singing, combined with the powerful sound, turns every song into an inferno. The titles contribute their part as well. Reading song titles like “Population Control,” “Poison Myself,” or “High Highs, Low Lows” makes it clear that the band does not hold back.
With the hardness of the sound, the uncompromising nature, and the blunt language, they strongly remind one of The Casualties or SS-Kaliert.
However, KRUM BUMS have so much individuality, which they have always had, that they do not sound like a copy of the mentioned bands but rather authentic.
The band can also play beautiful melodies (as heard in “Gasoline”) while occasionally daring to venture into the realms of hardcore.
With “Cut the Noose,” the guys have ignited a powerful, fast punk rock storm.
