SPILL ALBUM REVIEW: BAZOOKA JOE – PASTOR OF MUPPETS/SEND IN THE KLOWNS

BAZOOKA JOE
PASTOR OF MUPPETS/SEND IN THE KLOWNS
BROKEN SOUND TAPES

Broken Sound Tapes are at it again, bringing back the gentle and harmonious tunes of Bazooka Joe with a cassette covering two classic albums, Pastor Of Muppets/Send In The Klowns actually, 1987 hardcore punk that is fast, aggressive and politically charged… enough so to make your toes curl. Dust off that Walkman; it’s time to celebrate Cassette Week 2024, in true DIY ethos.

Bazooka Joe, from Myrtle Beach, SC, delivers a message with the same zeal and precision that is captivating. Their music is not just a collection of sounds but a rallying cry for those who resonate with punk’s raw, unfiltered essence. Bazooka Joe’s commitment to their craft is evident in every chord and lyric, solidifying their place in the annals of punk history. Their work is a reminder of the genre’s power to challenge the status quo and give voice to the voiceless, proving that punk is not just music; it’s a movement.

Ah, “Evolution,” the track that hits you like a cup of strong coffee in a Monday morning meeting. It’s a tune you will commit to memory, a daring track with cleverly placed pauses and strategic guitar. That album art is like a visual punch in the face, daring you to decipher and for the naïve, quick to look away, I wonder if the reception would pull in today’s political environment not to ponder too long. Stick it to the man, indeed.

Pastor of Muppets/Send In The Klowns is an absolute overload and highly recommended. I would also assess that Bazooka Joe has compiled some significant messaging that is critically relevant to society today, and that’s what hardcore punk is all about – giving us a voice.

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