ALLERGY was pretty much my first exposure to raw punk when I moved to Gainesville 12 years ago. I am an absolutely decrepit 29 years old now and this group is still ripping out similar sonic devastation in a new iteration. The main, obvious difference between the two bands is that FUCKIN' LOVERS is a three piece with two singers as opposed to ALLERGY's more traditional 4-member setup, and I think that's more noticeable on this record than in the past. The pair just sounds a little more distinct from each other, and tracks like "I Don't Care" and "Normal Feelings" utilize that with sing-songy hooks that set this record apart from both their past recordings and some of their main influences.
I love watching this band live. The members have a nice little chemistry, and the way the title track builds up while gyrating back and forth with effects until collapsing in on itself hit like a ton of bricks at their record release last week. I didn't love the recording of this release compared to their past output though, it hits my ears a little on the thin side and I don't think totally captures what it's like to actually go and see them play. They're hitting Europe with TOTAL NADA as I type this so if you're across the pond be sure to check em out.
Fav track: I Don't Care, Arrogance, Crucifixion of the Masses
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