If you’re into gritty, barbed-wire-laden British post-punk, the Nothingheads should already be on your radar. Leaning heavily into punk while maintaining a sharp-edged groove, their debut full-length, The Art of Sod (Sister 9), delivers an unapologetically raw experience.
This album thrives on roughness and resistance. The London-based band approaches their craft with weight and volume, tackling themes from a fractured world. While much of the record adheres to a consistent tone, subtle variations keep it engaging.
Tracks like Gouthead unravel beautifully, while Down the Doomhole simmers ominously. However, the standout moments come with Digging and the subsequent Cabaret.
Digging trudges along relentlessly, taking its time before erupting into a mosh-worthy finale. Picking up the thread effortlessly, Cabaret shifts gears into a sleek, driving rocker—an elegant highlight in an otherwise turbulent collection.
Nothingheads – The Art of Sod: Noisy post-punk at its finest. – RIFL
