Criminal Mind - Two Faced

  Criminal Mind formed in 2008, are from Bristol and first appeared on here 3 years ago (so check out that update for more info on them :   https://justsomepunksongs.blogspot.com/2015/04/criminal-mind-frustrated-teenage.html)

  They've released a couple of albums, 2012's Self Titled and 2015's Life To Defend (check them out here : https://criminalmindpunk.bandcamp.com/) and now they've released a 6 track ep titled Pleading Guilty. According to their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/CRIMINALMINDPUNK/) the ep was due out last month and is supposed to be available for streaming or download online but I can't find it anywhere so it could be delayed? (Maybe the band could add a comment). Also newly released is the remastered version of the Life To Defend album which is on limited edition blue vinyl and comes with a free download of the new ep (message them if you want to buy a copy : criminalmindpunk@hotmail.com).

  There is a video that they've put out for one of the new songs. This could have come from the golden era southern Californian hardcore scene, slip it on a mixtape with Black Flag, Circle Jerks, Middle Class etc and it wouldn't stand out too much like a sore thumb. It certainly wouldn't scream Bristol 2018. It's authentic sounding hardcore punk that manages to sound fresh and exciting, it's called Two Faced....

What's with the fucked up look in your eye
Always said you ain't got nothing to hide
You helped me out, called me your friend
All this time I sense you pretend
Hid on the wall creeping up like a spy
Think you're the spider, I'm the fly
Never listened to a word I say
You crossed the line, get out of the way

Don't talk, Two Faced
Down to me, don't waste, my fucking time
Two faced, it's dishonesty
But, what have you become
Somebody else I hate without the badge or the gun

Double visions what you choose to see
There's more to you and that's the enemy
Me and you ain't got communication
And I've reversed your weak submission
Deceiving days yeah they came and went
Found out that your the real Harvey dent
Never listened to a word I say
You've crossed the line get out of the way

Don't talk, Two Faced
Down to me, don't waste, my fucking time
Two faced, it's dishonesty
But, what have you become
Somebody else I hate your like a coin you cunt.

Criminal Mind - Frustrated & Teenage

 

  Formed in 2008 when they were still teenagers and hailing from the outskirts Bristol, Criminal Mind are a no frills, street punk band that are influenced by the likes of The Clash, Dropkick Murphys, Black Flag and The Ruts and who have the happy knack of being able to pen a catchy tune.

  Their debut release was the 5 track Work Or Riot ep which was recorded in vocalist/guitarist Josh Read's house on an 8-track mixer. 2012 brought us their debut album which saw them honing their sound and brought them some well deserved glowing reviews. They've also played live with many of the genres best bands (Rancid, Sham 69, The Business, Street Dogs, UK Subs, Cockney Rejects etc...) though possibly their most memorable touring experience was when they were arrested and held for people smuggling following a European tour! Fortunately all charges against them were dropped.

  As well as Josh Read, they currently feature Ben Dowling (bass/vocals), Abel Inglis (guitar/vocals) and Jake Read (drums). They're going to be touring Belgium, Germany and The Netherlands in the summer and there's a new album on it's way as well as an ep which is pencilled in for later in the year.

  Whilst we await the new material, here's a song from the debut lp. This is Frustrated & Teenage.....