H2O are a hardcore punk band from New York. This record is a tribute to many of the acts that inspired their music and inspired them to play. There is a good variety of hardcore and punk bands represented, all flowing very well in the H2O style meaning it doesn't sound like a crazy mess of different sounds. I've never cared for The Mighty Mighty Bosstones and hearing a band I love cover one of their songs still didn't change my opinion. I don't know how many times I've heard bands cover "Start Today" by Gorilla Biscuits so it was refreshing to hear "Cats and Dogs" get some love on this record. The track that best represents their own positive bouncy style is "Safe" by Dag Nasty. Their cover of Warzone's "Don't Forget The Struggle, Don't Forget The Streets" is a great closer and perfect summary to the record, hammering home the message they want to deliver with this tribute album. If you like what you hear, check out some of their original material, and check out the original artist's works too.
(Bridge Nine Records, 2011)
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