SHOOK ONES - Body Feel (Sealed) (LP)

It's not every day that you put on a punk-hardcore record and feel so carefree; somehow, Bellingham, WA's SHOOK ONES have achieved that effect without losing any of the energy and aggression that defines the genre. You can trace the SHOOKS' sound back to classic punk bands such as 7 SECONDS and the DESCENDENTS, and while often garnering comparison to LIFETIME and KID DYNAMITE their unique style has just as much in common with the aforementioned bands as it does with JAWBREAKER and HOT WATER MUSIC. Their hardcore and punk roots shine through, however, in their unique and quirky melodies as well as their aggressive guitar assault. The scratchy vocals complete the mix, adding just as much to the music as any of the other instruments.