The Apostates - Same Old Sound

1. Same Old Sound
2. A Farewell to Arms
3. Bones Malone
4. Off My Life

Since their last CD, the Apostates have found a more driving ska and punk sound that is far more polished.  The vocals have some little ragga touches that's helped bands like Sonic Boom Six and King Prawn in the past, but without sounding gratuitous or superficial.  Like Rancid, they've probably got the balance between their influences right, letting none dominate their sound and keeping it pretty rocking throughout.  My only criticism of this CD is that the first song goes on way too long repeating the chorus line until you're pretty sick of it.  They could have easily shaved a couple of minutes off the track which isn't far off 5 minutes long.  Anyway, there's plenty of talent here on this punchy little record and I'd recommend checking them out.

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