the Restarts, System Error – CD

The RESTARTS, from England, have a fucking slick new CD for you punks! The RESTARTS have managed to craft a catchy type of melodic punk without losing the punk rock venom you need to hold the kids’ attention. The new CD is on Active Distribution and it is entitled System Error. The RESTARTS come out of the blocks with lots of momentum on the lead off tune, “Time Waster” and segue into “Walk Away”, “Breaking My Balls” and the title cut, “System Error.” Song number six brings together great punk guitar hooks and forceful lead vocals combined with harmonies. “Crucified” showcases the RESTARTS at the top of their game- you get blistering guitar leads, solid drum foundation, top flight bass playing and great choruses! The lyrics to “Crucified” are intelligent, read on: “Like blood that doesnt wash down your neck upon a block/ Events won’t bring a stop, it’s up against the clock/ And with no fence to sit up to your neck in it/ The scales are ever tipped to end under the whip/Either way, you’re crucified.” Very good!
The RESTARTS surge through “Age of Fear” and “Double Standards.” Song number nine is a love song called “Wouldnt Wanna.” The band sings, “I can’t talk or communicate/ I can’t give or reciprocate/ watch it all just disintegrate”– such a romantic approach! Next up is “Never Know” and this one is followed by a strong punk tune called “Frustration.” On “Frustration” the RESTARTS employ their two lead singers to the fullest. This is a superior punk product!