Eel Men – Stop It! Do Something: LP, Album

Description

The first press of this burning hot debut went out of print in the blink of an eye… here’s another chance for those that missed it. Alternate artwork and the limited edition has a real Eel Men bottle cap stuck to the cover. In London’s diverse music scene, a new band has emerged that doesn’t fit neatly into any genre: the Eel Men. On their debut full-length they use the classic vocabulary of British rock music but create something fresh and immediately enjoyable that sounds polished and DIY at the same time, carefully arranged but still drawn from punk around the edges reflecting a commitment to a sound that defies easy classification.

The ten tracks pulse with authenticity, exuding a rugged charm that makes this record stand out. The drums are tight and drive the rhythm forward  while the angular guitars shift and weave, adding layers of texture throughout. There’s a laid-back energy, but there’s also an undeniable groove, creating an addictive rhythm with a definite artistic flair delivering an infectious, collective punch that stays with you after the record has stopped spinning.

With its raw spirit and an ear for intricacy, ‘Stop It! Do Something’ showcases Eel Men’s knack for combining thoughtfulness with a fierce, rebellious edge as they skilfully balance punk rawness with a melodic flair. FFO: The Jam, Wire, Straight Arrows, Buzzcocks, Total Control, Nots.

Track list:

A1 Honeymoon
A2 Exeter Exit
A3 Scantily Cladding
A4 Archetype
A5 Sore Eyes
B1 Pink Ones
B2 Sixteen Numbers
B3 Council Pop
B4 Joanna
B5 Stir The Béchamel