The Gallows are easily the best punk band to come out of the UK in years. After hitting the shelves in 2005, Orchestra Of Wolves has been released to the U.S. under Epitaph records. These guys mix a blend of hardcore and the punk that is real punk and not that commercial bullshit. Just to give you a small idea of their sound, imagine Black Flag collaborating with Rise Against. They hate as much as they love and the fan go crazy over them.
The energy the Gallows expel is contagious. Every track on this CD is high energy and it’s no wonder they caught the attention of Brett Gurewitz of Bad Religion who signed them to Epitaph. Already winning the crowds at the Warped Tour they will embark on a fall tour with punk legends themselves, Bad Religion. Not too shabby for a band that has only been around since 2005.
Lead singer Frank Carter tends to become more involved during live performances by singing in the pit with kids flailing around. He’ll comment how he gets money for making music and that he wants more money from the fans and commands them to buy t-shirts and CDs from the band. He has no shame, and I do not blame him.
According to the infamous magazine Kerrang the Gallows are now the world’s loudest band after achieving 132.5 decibels. Just to let you know how loud that is, standing next to a jet engine is 130 decibels. Sorry Manowar (they held the previous record of 129.5 decibels), this young act is taking over everything they can.
“Kill The Rhythm” is a fast-paced punk rock track that introduces the 15-track CD. Some may say that they have heard this type of sound before and that is fine, but it just sounds so good. The screaming and guitars complement one another so well.
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