Bench Press are Poison City Records latest gem with their debut self-titled LP having been released last Friday and wow, this album is like a crisp breeze on a winters morning; fresh, cool, and awakening. With their success already reaching Triple J, it won’t be long until Bench Press will become a household name.
Bench Press have a fine way of collaborating a ton of elements from some of the greats of rock and punk music; Misfits, Nirvana, The Saints, The Clash- just to name a few. But with a beautifully intertwined sense of individuality, giving this little band from Melbourne a step up in the music game; something different.
This album is dirty, it is dingy, it is garage rock brought into a modern aspect but holding onto those foundations that have been held loyal and dear to the post-punk genre.
Bench Press would be the perfect soundtrack for a barbeque with your mates or a drive by the beach. It has a homely vibe, which when listening you almost sink into the music with complete comfortability.
The third track I Don’t Like You is a highlight from this record, the rawness and delivery of Jack Stavrakis’ voice is so poetic, and with that melded with a simplistic yet detailed instrumental track behind it, makes for a perfect heart-wrenching, head-bopping tune.
Bench Press is out now, so Hey Man, you should do yourself a favour and make this your weekend soundtrack!
BENCH PRESS
TOUR DATES
Saturday August 5
The Bendigo, Melbourne
Brewtality Festival Appearance
Friday August 25
The Tote, Melbourne
With Batpiss, Gareth Liddiard
Friday September 1
Karova Lounge, Ballarat
With Batpiss
Saturday September 16
Weekender Fest, Melbourne
With Clowns + Wet Lips + The Pink Tiles + Hoodlum Shouts + more!
Saturday September 23
The Old Bar, Melbourne (Album Launch Date!)
With Horace Bones + TV Haze + Local Coward
Friday September 29
Polyester Records, Melbourne
Free/ All-Ages Instore
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