In 1966, Robert F. Kennedy said "We live in interesting times." In 2019, with climate change, the rise of far right extremism, Brexit, Trump & Johnson etc I suppose it's fair to say that we still live in "times of danger and uncertainty." We need bands like Cockwomble to shine a light on current affairs and to attack deserving targets with scathing satire.
And on their debut Self Titled album they do just that.
For those that haven't yet discovered them, a quick recap. They're a 3 piece based in Brighton with a line up of Ali Gavan (vocals/guitar), Vicky Smith (of the Ramonas; bass) and Leah Dennison (drums). They got their distinctive name after hearing ex PM David Cameron described as a Ham Faced Cockwomble and they've previously released 3 very impressive eps. You can get more info on them, including details of their appearance at the upcoming Rebellion Festival, here : https://www.facebook.com/cockwombleband/
The new album. Released on cd yesterday, available here : https://cockwomble.bigcartel.com/
It's a riot. It deals with serious subjects but often using humour to point out the stupidity of the subject they're writing about. Several of the songs are taken from their previous releases (rerecorded). The remainder are new and match those early faves. They address topics such as conspiracy theories, crappy pop radio stations, the idiocy of taking national pride too far, the complicity of ordinary people, headless chickens buying shit, the Royal Family, having loads of money but no style. Not only is it observationally spot on, it's also very catchy. You can sing along whilst simultaneously grinning and seething inside. There's plenty of new UK bands proving that punk didn't die in the early 80's and Cockwomble are one of the best.
This song is about middle aged, angry men with (no doubt) names like Nigel, Piers, Jeremy, Boris etc. It's called Gammon....
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