The pop-punk genre will never die. It’s fresh, fun, sometimes a bit silly, and wholly needed in a world full of stress and hate. People need music that makes them happy. People need music that will put a smile on their faces. People need music that will invoke a fresh breeze, wind in their hair, and a joyful being. Thank Gallus for the new album We Don’t Like the People We’ve Become (Marshall Records).
We Don’t Like the People We’ve Become is an ode to Blink 182 and Sum 41 days of lighthearted listening.The songs are catchy and energetic. It’s easy to sing along to them during the first listen due to the somewhat repetitive nature. Lyrically, Gallus explores themes of teenage/young adult angst, rebellion, love, and relationships. At times the album is introspective and emotional and other times lighthearted and humorous.
The album opens with the song ‘Moderation’. It’s an energetic, slightly frenetic song that evokes Public Image Ltd and John Lydon with lead and rhythm guitars that echo Queens of the Stone Age. ‘Eye to Eye’ is a great pogo song. It’s infectious and upbeat. You can’t help but bop your head to it. ‘What Do I Know’ is a total earworm. It’s a song that definitely will get played on repeat. The drumming is sublime and the bass is front and center. The chorus is sing-along-able.
Gallus’ We Don’t Like the People We’ve Become is a wonderful album. The music and lyrics are accessible, fun, and engaging. Everything about We Don’t Like the People We’ve Become is practically perfect in a quirky way. The album can easily be played on repeat and be as fresh and fun on the thirty-third listen as it was on the third.
Buy the album here:
8 / 10
VICTORIA ANDERSON