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I am still pondering whether there is indeed a remedy for the aforementioned or if perhaps a chainsaw or flamethrower is more appropriate.
“Blatant Propaganda“ offers at least a good three-quarters of an hour of very pleasant music, whose foundation consists of pop melodies dressed in ska or 2-tone attire. Here and there, there are also a few seconds of punk rock, dub, and 60s organ sound. The fact that the band has only been around since 2014 can only be believed if the band members have all already gathered musical experience. What is presented here is not something you just throw down after three years of mastering instruments.
Besides the music, the band also cares about what they sing. The lyrics are also included in written form, but they are definitely printed too small. Yes, I am over 30, but my eyesight isn't that bad. Still, I need a magnifying glass to read the lyrics. No, I can see well! The font size is simply too small. This font size was criticized years ago by the consumer advice center regarding industry and trade because it is unreadable. Why was this small font size chosen? Was there really no more money for an extra booklet page? Such a thing shouldn't cost the world! They saved at the wrong end here!
So, the only option left is to listen to the lyrics while enjoying the music, which is sung in fairly clear English by T J McFaull. If you're now paying attention, you are right to do so. The singer of this band is the son of Colin McFaull, who plays with Cock Sparrer.
THE BAR STOOL PREACHERS are doing many things right with their sound. It is quite enjoyable, and it goes over well during an after-work beer, at a street festival, on the beach, or in a beer garden. Live, the band surely brings a lot of atmosphere.
However, what will divide opinions is the sound itself. A bit too polished, but not overly so. I suspect they are trying to balance between mainstream and subculture. It's certainly not wrong if you want to reach more than just the usual suspects. Personally, at least from the CD, it's a bit too polished for my taste.
