Pet Play Hell to Tell cassette
Chicago’s PET PLAY isn’t here to fuck around, coming out swinging with six slices of furious, noisy, seething punk. Fast and to the point, they display the chops and vitality of DETESTATION with a modernized approach. It’s easy to see that these folks are fueled by outrage but they don’t take themselves too seriously, as evidenced by the last song “Bowser’s Theme,” with an instantly recognizable riff that inexplicably translates perfectly. Crazy solid demo here—mean, with great transitions and slick but understated guitar work. Lots of character, verve, and a seriously killer vocal delivery. More, please.