It has not gone unnoticed that the popularity of Baltimore’s
Turnstile has completely skyrocketed
in the past year. Some even consider the five piece to be the biggest band in
the hardcore scene currently. Why is that? What is it about this band that has
given them such an explosive fan base in 2015? The answer is quite simple: they
have a formula and that formula works.
Nonstop Feeling
showcases a smorgasbord of 90’s nostalgia with the band’s influences written
proudly on their sleeves. Instrumentally the five piece combines elements of crossover
bands of the era with elements of radio hit bands of the era such as 311.
Vocally the Zach de La Roche worship is obvious, but done very well. There is
even a song titled “Out of Rage” that sounds like it could easily pass as a Rage Against the Machine track, but it
comes off more as an homage than plagiarism.
The common critique of this album tends to deal with the
overall silliness and absurdity with the lyrics, but Turnstile’s primary
objective appears to be centered in keeping the listener entertained and to have a
blast doing so. The pressure to succeed paid off because this album had me
rocking out from start to finish.
Nonstop Feeling is twelve tracks of catchy, fun,
accessible hardcore that your grandma could groove to. Turnstile’s refusal to
take themselves seriously is what really makes this record stand out. If you’re
looking for a fun album that is absolutely perfect to do cardio to, I recommend
adding this LP to your workout playlist.
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