Kevlar Bikini
Rants, Riffage and Rousing Rhythms

Ranting men wearing Kevlar bikinis is what I am writing about today, the new album by Kevlar Bikini called Rants, Riffage and Rousing Rhythms is what I am writing about. I have written about them before, questioning the use of a Kevlar bikini, at least as a protective garment. The Croatian band has released their third album, their first album (which we reviewed) was pretty good and this one has a cool artwork that has ninja feel to it. So how about the music, does it kick some ass.

Well, it is a fast paced and energetic album. Hardrock, punk, noise rock, hardcore punk or something in that direction could be a good description of this album. It has ten tracks with ridiculous titles and some grunty as well as raw vocals, the album itself is quite raw. I think we can describe it as a rather rough production; perhaps we can call it a budget production, as they seem to make what they make with a fairly minimalistic approach. Good thing is that they keep it short and to the point with a playing time that feels kind of bearable.

The playing time is kind of bearable, but the album is still not fun to listen to. I think it is a rather boring album; the rawer and more amusing approach than the debut is ruined by the much poorer songs of this album. The album feels fresher than last time I heard the band but this is still a lot worse, but I do think that those who really liked what they have done before probably will find this one a good album as well. It may feel like a chore to listen through but good thing is that it isn’t terrible or anything like that – just uninteresting.

Conclusion is that Kevlar Bikini still is a poor protective garment, a bad band name and their latest album isn’t much better than the name. I think the cover artwork is the best thing about the album and though it is nice it isn’t the most impressive artwork I have ever seen. With that rant I have now concluded that this isn’t the best ever album I have reviewed.

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