Vulpynes

One of the most exciting bands I’ve seen or heard in recent years is a two-piece from Scotland – Jo and Nicky Darc of The Twistettes.

There must be something in the Celtic water as I’ve just experienced the debut EP from cousins in spirit from across the water. Dublin 2-piece The Vulpynes (Maeve Molly – vocals & guitar & Kaz – drums).

Like the Twistettes, Vulpynes make a supremely loud and eminently listenable racket for a 2 piece eschewing the need for un-necessary additional members.

The four tracks on the EP showcase the bands obvious talents. Maeve providing sophisticated dirty, grungey garage rock guitar licks while Kaz does a mighty fine job as rhythm section with intricate tight pulsing drumming, a perfect foil for the rich vibrant vocals provided by Maeve.

Sublingual opens proceedings and sets out their stall perfectly illustrating their signature guitar and drum sound and vitriolic vocal. Terry Said brings to mind L7 a feat considering there are only two of them. Silica increases the adrenaline rush, while last track OCD is a punk romp. Plenty of in yer face guitar and crashing cymbals, with Maeve screaming the chorus.

If these four tracks are anything to go by, the band are an exciting live prospect. I look forward with anticipation to further physical releases and live dates.

Get the Vulpynes EP now from Headcheck Records

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