Sleaford Mods
Divide and Exit
2014
Sleaford Mods are a band seen to be the antidote to much of the vapid safe music of today. They have lyrics which generally deal with being at the arse end of life. It social commentary with a very cynical twist.
Although the message is a serious one, the band are actually quite funny. "The smell of piss is so strong it smells like decent bacon" what the hell does this mean?" There are a lot of surreal sounding lines like this and the excessive profanity is used in way that does not make it seem annoying and childish.
The band is made up of just two people - Jason Williamson the vocalist and lyricist and Andrew Fearn creates the music. Although it is electronically made, it sounds more like instrumentation.
Although the music is original sounding in todays climate, there are definitely hints of other artists such as John Cooper Clarke, The Fall, Crass and the Sex Pistols. It probably isnt for everyone but those looking for something a little more abrasive sounding than Adele and Ed Sheeran, this band is definitely worth a look.
Nathan.
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