White Wards play out of (Back To)Olympia WA and have for some time now. I saw them play about a couple years ago and remember not thinking too much of their set, it wasn't terrible but it also wasn't anything to write home about. Recently they toured the west with CONDOMINIUM and i can say that White Wards has definitely stepped up their live act. It was louder, the singer was a little more spastic and it was just overall uncompromising. So i picked up the tour version of their 7" on IRON LUNG.
I never listened to their demo but this debut 7" isn't that bad, like their live show it shows that this band may be able to do something great down the line. I feel that this record is what you would call a modern take on the classics, its got feedback and some unpredictable stops here and there but the songs that i found myself liking the most where the songs that sounded familiar.
So i wouldn't say this is a BAD record but its no original nor is it a masterpiece by any means. I will say again though that White Wards may have what it takes to surprise us all one day, all the elements are there, high speeds, dragging breakdowns and a manic atmosphere. It's just a matter of putting a little more of yourself into what you do i guess.
Released on IRON LUNG records.
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