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"a forceful antagonistic sound with a structure derivative of latter-day punk but with growling grunge-era guitars." - Adam Garrett
Sit & Spin "is well honed and well crafted, especially for a debut". BLATANT FINGER "are doing a hard-luck genre honorable justice". - Vinnie
Punk Planet Review
Issue #65
by Neal Shah
It's always cool when you come across an awesome band that you've never heard of before. From the opening guitar part of their first song, I knew I was going to like these guys. Blatant Finger play strong, melodic punk that instantly conjures up memories of bands like MIA, Naked Raygun, Kraut, The Freeze and a multitude of classic SoCal punk bands. You can expect instantly
memorable melodies and meaty punk hooks. The singer has a deep, husky voice that bellows out tuneful anthems about drinking, relationships and the like. On some songs, they get into Social D.'s punkabilly territory, but not quite as countrified or dramatic. For the most part, this is straight-forward, balls-out punk rock that's immediately engaging and fun.
(Neal Shah, Punk Planet Issue .65)
- Punk Planet
Punk Planet Review
Issue #65
by Neal Shah
It's always cool when you come across an awesome band that you've never heard of before. From the opening guitar part of their first song, I knew I was going to like these guys. Blatant Finger play strong, melodic punk that instantly conjures up memories of bands like MIA, Naked Raygun, Kraut, The Freeze and a multitude of classic SoCal punk bands. You can expect instantly
memorable melodies and meaty punk hooks. The singer has a deep, husky voice that bellows out tuneful anthems about drinking, relationships and the like. On some songs, they get into Social D.'s punkabilly territory, but not quite as countrified or dramatic. For the most part, this is straight-forward, balls-out punk rock that's immediately engaging and fun.
(Neal Shah, Punk Planet Issue .65)
- Punk Planet
Under The Volcano
Issue #82
By, Dan McClernon
This is quite an interesting release for Pelado, for it veers slightly from their usual successful formula of straight-up Rock n' Roll. Blatant Finger would most definitely be considered a Rock n' Roll band (heard blatantly in the singer's vocals, which display some serious Mike Ness-envy), but they also incorporate a more melodic, midwestern tone in their sound, akin to that of Alkaline Trio and earlier Chicago greats Pegboy. It's really a great combination, and one I'm surprised hasn't been experimented with in the past, or if it has, at least not with the success that Blatant Finger has achieved here. Moving Forward is a solid album, and though not every song is as original as the one before it, each tune, regardless, is instantly memorable and catchy in its own right.
-McClernon
- Under the volcano
Under The Volcano
Issue #82
By, Dan McClernon
This is quite an interesting release for Pelado, for it veers slightly from their usual successful formula of straight-up Rock n' Roll. Blatant Finger would most definitely be considered a Rock n' Roll band (heard blatantly in the singer's vocals, which display some serious Mike Ness-envy), but they also incorporate a more melodic, midwestern tone in their sound, akin to that of Alkaline Trio and earlier Chicago greats Pegboy. It's really a great combination, and one I'm surprised hasn't been experimented with in the past, or if it has, at least not with the success that Blatant Finger has achieved here. Moving Forward is a solid album, and though not every song is as original as the one before it, each tune, regardless, is instantly memorable and catchy in its own right.
-McClernon
- Under the volcano
ADD Magazine
10/06/2004
I’m amazed at how many pretty goddamn good CDs by all-but-unknown bands I’ve reviewed for this issue. Ohio’s Blatant Finger, despite their really weird name, is the next band I’m adding to that list. Straight-up mid-western late 80’s style punk rock that could easily draw comparisons to Sloppy Seconds and Sludgeworth, all the while wearing their Naked Raygun, Screeching Weasel and Social Distortion influences on their sleeves. What’s also impressive is that they manage to provide a good bit of diversity in their song-writing while managing to stick to their roots.
-Russ
- ADD
ADD Magazine
10/06/2004
I’m amazed at how many pretty goddamn good CDs by all-but-unknown bands I’ve reviewed for this issue. Ohio’s Blatant Finger, despite their really weird name, is the next band I’m adding to that list. Straight-up mid-western late 80’s style punk rock that could easily draw comparisons to Sloppy Seconds and Sludgeworth, all the while wearing their Naked Raygun, Screeching Weasel and Social Distortion influences on their sleeves. What’s also impressive is that they manage to provide a good bit of diversity in their song-writing while managing to stick to their roots.
-Russ
- ADD
Discography
Critacally acclaimed Moving Forward was released in 2004 on Pelado Records (Costa Mesa CA.)
Eight For The Road will be released in June 2008 on 89 Records.
Sit & Spin (2000 Self Released on 89 Records) Tracks from this debut full length cd are in rotation on local Columbus radio stations CD 101 and 99.7 The Blitz. Several online stations have featured Blatant Finger songs, including unreleased tracks.
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Bio
Blatant Finger draw heavily from the melodic post punk style and could be easily associated with: Social Distortion, Swingin' Utters, Pegboy, and Face To Face. Blatant Finger's delivery in a live setting is what sets them apart from most working bands. Their interactive and energetic show is genuine stuff and BF mean what they play! go to http://www.blatantfinger.com
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