The Boys were one of the more underrated UK punk bands. These Portland gents are perhaps the closest American equivalent yet unleashed. Melding emotions-on-your-sleeve lyricism with a raw 'n' P-O-W-E-Rful pop production, The Exploding Hearts palpitate through 28 minutes of blood-pumping TwistsNTurns. Further ignited by Bomp! Records-era blasts a la Plimsouls and Stiv Bators with sparks from Give 'Em Enough Rope and Singles Going Steady, Guitar Romantic carves its initials on the school wall in fiery red letters. Too bad all first times couldn't be as kind as EH's initial long player. Beat your heart out!
For a more detailed look at this great album, please read Josh's review on Dirty Sheets.
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