Food Fight

Reviews

Food Fight Zeitgeist Impressions LP

Absolutely stellar power pop out of France. Sounding like Joe Strummer fronting a mod revival band, these twelve tracks are truly top-tier. I was pulled in from the jump with the call-and-response of “What’s Wrong?” and locked in till the end. Truly surprised to find this their debut full-length; it’s clear that this group is made up of veteran musicians who know their way around a three-minute tune. There was also clear attention given to the sound on this record, as the bass tones are so clean and warm, the group vocals sound so full of life, and the guitars are crisp and bright. If you dig the 101’ERS, PROTEX, the NIPS, or any notable ’70s punk, this album will feel familiar. One of the finest albums in a minute, Zeitgeist Impressions is an absolute standout.

Food Fight Shenanigans EP

A French band on a Spanish label! Why can’t the whole world get along that well? Track one gets started with a super catchy power pop number that’s super melodic, but almost has a little herky-jerkiness going on. It’s a fine start and leaves me wanting to hear more. They slow things down a tad on track two, but it remains very catchy, with an almost CARS-like lead guitar. Track three is another power pop cut with vocals that remind me of MADNESS, despite the fact that it is not at all a ska sound. And they round it out with one that continues very much in the same spirit of the others. Overall, four strong songs that are quite easy to listen to. More than bouncing my head, this one has me shimmying my shoulders. It’s a subtle but important difference.