No strangers to this blog, The Corner Boys are the epitome of a modern day snotty, classic punk throwback. The Vancouver trio have previously wowed us with a Demo and a couple of killer singles ( https://cornerboys.bandcamp.com/) and now they make good on that early promise with a debut ep that'll transport you back in time to the late 70's. Released on one of the best labels out there, Drunken Sailor Records, the album's titled Waiting For 2020 and you can pre order the vinyl (100 mustard/200 black) here : http://www.drunkensailorrecords.co.uk/products/640377-corner-boys-waiting-for-2020-lp-drunken-sailor-records-drunkensailor-107
Fans of digital downloads go here : https://drunkensailorrecords.bandcamp.com/album/waiting-for-2020-lp
The advertising blurb describes the album as being a pogo-worthy punk classic and compares the band with the likes of Rudi, Protex, The Undertones and Pointed Sticks. High praise but justified. Whereas The Undertones sang about Norman hiding in the dark, chasing girls and poking out eyes, the Corner Boys kick things off with a song called Norman (...please don't go out and kill tonight). Other highlights include the frantic title track (see below) the equally frenetic Spit At You, As Seen On TV (I'll be playing this on tonight's Just Some Punk Songs show https://www.facebook.com/events/284058985865750/) and previous single Joke (Of The Neighbourhood). To be honest though, they're all highlights.
Sirens ring out, drums pound, guitars chime and we're Waiting For 2020....
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