That’s right it’s back, Ed Gein’s long out-of-print, self-titled EP, and this time around, it’s digital. Originally it was released through Hex Records for the low price of $3 as a physical CD, no fancy packaging, just a slip sleeve with a silver and black sticker on it. Now it’s available through Hex Records again, via all of the major digital sites (Itunes, Zune, etc.) for the low price of only $3. Making this an absolute steal. Granted it’s only three tracks totalling about ten minutes or so, but in that time you will be amazed at what this three piece from Syracuse, NY can do.
I fell in love with this cd the first time I heard it years ago, and it never gets old.
Opening with a sample from the original Friday the 13th sets the tone as they litterally burst into the song Bathed in Orange, this track gives you the definition of what screamo and grindcore are. This track sounds chaotic at first, but upon further listening you begin to hear the control. The breakdowns are heavy and get you moving to the music unconsciously and not long after the band tears through the verses. Then a moment of silence as, Score One For Team Bitch, quickly fades in. Same as before, bludgeoningly heavy and insanly fast. The final track, Willie Loman, opens with another Friday the 13th sample allowing you to know the dread is coming. This one starts fast, slows a bit (well slow for them at least), then closes by melting your face.
If you’re not satisfied with the length of enjoyment on this release, just play it again and again, like I said it never gets old especially when you know what’s coming up. For this being an independent/demo release, I’m always amazed at the sound quality. All of the instruments come through perfectly, as do all three members vocals. (Yes the drummer sings his parts live too, and yes they sound exactly like that live.)
For those looking for something new or just something heavier, how can you go wrong with a band who’s motto is, “Go Fuckin Fast?” If you want some more stuff from this era of Ed Gein, check of the Mutations comp. on Robotic Empire, it has two other songs by them not found on any other release, and it’s only $4.99! A big thank you to Hex Records for the re-release. Also check out the new song they just posted on their myspace page. (Yeah they still use myspace, what of it?)
