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Unsane - Blew

September 28th, 2004 | Posted by: Eric | Category: Noise Rock

the sound of tragedy and bloody demise

Unsane - Blew.mp3
I’ve been meaning to get Lambhouse, the ‘best of’ CD/DVD from Unsane that tacks on a bunch of live clips from the bands past. In the interim I’ve pulled out my favorite by the band, 1995’s Scattered, Smothered and Covered. For those unfamiliar this is the sound of violence - grinding guitar, throbbing bass, distorted, trapped under water vocals. Bloody album art serves to complete the picture of life ending badly. The Unsane recorded a couple of singles and 4 proper albums before disbanding in the late 90’s. Be forewarned that the music can be draining, as there isn’t a whole hell of a lot of variation from the aural bludgeoning. In small doses this is plain old sicko fun.

As a side note, I’m unsure if the band are back and touring. Singer/Guitarist Chris Spencer had been/is fronting the very similar Cutthroats 9. Any info is appreciated

4 Comments so far

  1. tim September 29th, 2004 9:22 am

    A few months ago I’ve seen them in Roubaix (France), so yes, they’re back and were touring in Europe.

  2. Steve September 30th, 2004 4:22 pm

    Always been a huge unsane fan. Can’t beat Organ Donor from their original s/t debut in ‘91. Nice post. Keep them coming. Also, check out Dave McGurgan’s site (linked on scissorkick). Really knowledgable punk rock mixes I know you would appreciate.

  3. Sascha October 5th, 2004 8:53 am

    Saw them at CBGBs when Charlie Ondras was still alive. Total maniac/genius on drums.
    Stay away from the smack, kids!

    Great site, Eric! Keep it up!

  4. suze October 6th, 2004 10:39 pm

    saw then at the satyricon in Portland when Charlie was alive as well. excellent show.

    it’s amazing to know there are so many people that still care about music! keep it up Eric! you rock.

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