Review: SEARCH + DESTROY - s/t EP

Awesome sleeve, drawn by the band's singer. Shouldn't be too hard to spot in a store or distro. Just look for the shower room cocks. SEARCH + DESTROY have been a staple of Winnipeg's thriving punk scene for the last few years but have really elevated their game more recently with the addition of Alex on bass and Guy's move from bass to guitar. This is their debut; 8 tracks of raw hardcore punk with attitude. Much of that attitude if fueled by Ryan's snotty vocals, and lively stage presence. He comes across as something of a cross between Joey Ramone (well, in appearance, with his long hair) and BLACK FLAG-era Keith Morris. Songs deal with staples; isolation, disillusionment, violence, being stuck in monotony. I can't wait to hear this band's next record. And for anyone interested in checking out Winnipeg's punk scene, give this record a shot.
(2007, Clarence Thomas Records - http://www.bistrodistro.com)

Track Listing:
A: "Room To Breathe" "Growing Paints" "You'll Get Yours" "Fear"
B: "Nervous Wreck" "Last Gasp" "Sleep Walking" "Box Spring"