Whoever coined the expression 'difficult second album' never bothered to tell Bristol punks IDLES. The follow up to their wonderfully deranged debut 'Brutalism', 'Joy as an Act of Resistance' is a record full of euphoria and heartbreak. Now signed to Partisan Records, IDLES have had one hell of a year from making waves over in the U.S. at SXSW to nearly (at the time of writing) selling out their biggest UK tour to date. 'Joy...' also amazingly made it to number FIVE(!) in the Official UK Album Chart, which, however you look at it, is an incredible feat for five relatively unknown lads from Bristol with one incredibly loyal fan base. Shouts to AF GANG too by the way.
Album opener 'Colossus' is a slow burner with a riotous finish whilst second track 'Never Fight a Man With a Perm' is a wonderfully bat shit crazy exploration into front man Joe Talbot's colourful past. These two tracks contrast brilliantly and instantly show an improvement on their sometime one dimensional debut record.
The thrashy tempo set by the second track is counteracted by the marching, plodding beat on 'I'm Scum' whereas 'Danny Nedelko' (named after Heavy Lungs' Ukrainian front-man) is a melodically charged commentary on immigration. 'Love Song' is yes, you guessed it, a love song and an ode to Talbot's partner before the unbelievably harrowing and beautifully heartbreaking ballad 'June' is introduced. A tough but equally beautiful listen, the song explores incredibly personal themes and is easily one of the most emotional songs released this year. Be prepared for tears with this one.
The lyrical themes explored on 'Joy...' are bold, relatable and incredibly frank. The honesty of the band is what makes them so special and their songs so accessible. On 'Samaritans', the band tackle toxic masculinity whilst on 'Television' they explore the ridiculous beauty standards of the media and fourth single 'Great' tackles the never-ending circus that is Brexit.
'Rottweiler', the albums closer and one that's been performed live since 2016 is a call to arms against the tabloid press and the perfect ending to a perfect album. The way the song builds at the end and the aggressive way Talbot encourages the band to keep playing is brilliant. IDLES' live show is one of magnificence and 'Rottweiler' is the perfect embodiment of that.
On 'Joy as an Act of Resistance' IDLES have blown open the punk scene. Musically the band have stepped it up incredibly since their last effort. The variation of each track is fantastic with new unexpected elements cropping up at any moment. Lyrically IDLES have created an album of pure joy. The subjects tackled here are dark but equally identifiable and the way the band marry these themes with wit and aggression is a touch of genius. IDLES have raised the already high bar set on their debut even higher on their sophomore release and it seems they won't be stopping. Magnificent stuff.
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The thrashy tempo set by the second track is counteracted by the marching, plodding beat on 'I'm Scum' whereas 'Danny Nedelko' (named after Heavy Lungs' Ukrainian front-man) is a melodically charged commentary on immigration. 'Love Song' is yes, you guessed it, a love song and an ode to Talbot's partner before the unbelievably harrowing and beautifully heartbreaking ballad 'June' is introduced. A tough but equally beautiful listen, the song explores incredibly personal themes and is easily one of the most emotional songs released this year. Be prepared for tears with this one.
'Rottweiler', the albums closer and one that's been performed live since 2016 is a call to arms against the tabloid press and the perfect ending to a perfect album. The way the song builds at the end and the aggressive way Talbot encourages the band to keep playing is brilliant. IDLES' live show is one of magnificence and 'Rottweiler' is the perfect embodiment of that.
On 'Joy as an Act of Resistance' IDLES have blown open the punk scene. Musically the band have stepped it up incredibly since their last effort. The variation of each track is fantastic with new unexpected elements cropping up at any moment. Lyrically IDLES have created an album of pure joy. The subjects tackled here are dark but equally identifiable and the way the band marry these themes with wit and aggression is a touch of genius. IDLES have raised the already high bar set on their debut even higher on their sophomore release and it seems they won't be stopping. Magnificent stuff.
10/10
Best track - Never Fight a Man With a Perm
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I always thought it was difficult 3rd album. Either way it's always gonna be hard to top your initial collection of songs you honed over time.
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