Rad Owl "Rage Gracefully" LP (Clear Orange Vinyl)

Self-deprecation and Midwestern humility aside, Rage Gracefully swings for the fences with all the confidence of a well-oiled machine, and promises to connect hard with fans of legends like Descendents, Propagandhi, Samiam, Hot Water Music, and even Iron Maiden. Backed by punchy and pristine production, Rad Owl’s patented brand of airtight and energetic melodic punk rock finds a new gear over the course of 12 fresh tracks that boast breakneck tempos, layers of nuanced harmonies, and heightened emotional urgency.

New arrival Ryan Tate elevates the band’s sound via lead guitar lines that soar with both technical precision and uncanny musicality. The foundation of Jeremy Bergo and David Jarnstrom flex their pummeling, “ALL-ular” bass and drums connection (further bolstered by the duo’s recent service as fellow Descendents devotee Jon Snodgrass’ touring rhythm section), while frontman Jeremy Jessen delivers shreddy riffs and powerful, goose bump-inducing vocal melodies that result in instant earworms, yet manage to never sound stock.

1. Doppler 02:58
2. Growl 03:06
3. Run It Out 03:25
4. Checkers 03:51
5. Call Me Stretchy 03:23
6. Bock Szn 01:26
7. Every Second 03:14
8. Always Eyes 03:46
9. Tent City Dream 03:17
10. Things We Do 03:26
11. High Tide Time 03:05
12. Quiet While You're Ahead 02:33