Killer Klassix: Midwest Blue – “Alarm Clock EP”
Given its more “independent” nature and very concentrated sound, the EP holds up against the very time it opposes thematically throughout the entirety of the album.
Killer Klassix: Alkaline Trio- “For Your Lungs Only” EP
Alkaline Trio cultivated a tight-knit cult-ish following with their emotionally apathetic lyrics, ironic themes, emotional, sludge-like punk rock sound and overall dark tones.
Killer Klassix: Showoff “Waiting For You EP”
Showoff continues to adapt to the times, doing it in their own style and showing bands outside of Chicago, punk never dies.
Killer Klassix: Knuckle Puck: “Don’t Come Home”
The band capitalizes on an abstract composition to entice the listener and using relative, vulnerable lyrics to perfectly match melody to sentiment.
Killer Cuts: Real Friends: “There’s Nothing Worse Than Too Late”
Real Friends’s new lead vocalist adds his own flavor to an ensemble of longtime friends who are dedicated to their craft, using every release as a stepping stone to achieve a great album.
Killer Klassix- City Mouth; “Hollows” EP
An amazingly well assembled effort, at times “Hollows” falls short on delivering fully fleshed out tracks and melodies. However, it makes up for it with relatable material, accessible melodies, and surprises for the listener which elevate the tracks.
Killer Klassix: Real Friends- “This Is Honesty” EP
Real Friends does not let reminiscing memories encompass their lyrical material or musical style, but carve out their own niche for independent pop punk music.
Killer Cuts:Killer Klassix
...A way to honor how age and youth, though fleeting, marks the beautiful start to the beginning of the end.