Some Kind of Hate: Michael Myerz track premiere, Foundation’s final show, and more
New sounds from the local punk, metal, and cat-themed rap scenes.
Michael Myerz: “Bennie: the Loving Cat Who Had Eye Herpes” track premiere (from the forthcoming self-released CD Kosmic Krust)
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Local rapper Michael Myerz takes nerdy rap beyond predictable odes to Star Wars and super heroes, exploring internet memes and every day emotions. “Bennie: the Loving Cat Who Had Eye Herpes” captures the mix of glee and mild disgust cat lovers feel when a sickly outdoor feline wants some attention. Despite the song’s silly topic, it’s backed by a smooth chillwave track that would deserve a more serious song if baby Bennie wasn’t so cuddly.
Michael Myerz plays a CD release party with Day Old Man, HeY!ALLigator, Wrap Retract, and Spore Lord at 529 on Fri., May 20. $8. 9 p.m. 529 Flat Shoals Ave. 404-228-6769. www.529atlanta.com.
Foundation: Final show footage (Feet First Productions)
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Punks who “messed around” instead, or couldn’t land a ticket are in luck. Pennsylvania-based videographers Feet First Productions have posted pro-quality footage of local straightedge hardcore kings Foundation’s final show, April 30 at the Masquerade.
Faith in Ruin: Anathema digital E.P. (self-released) embed-3
Faith in Ruin sounds like a cross between the melodic metal bands on a teenager’s iPod and the progressive rock and death metal in your own collection. Two and-a-half minute instrumental number “The Polygon” is the keeper, as it’s a swift-chugging blast of adrenaline. That’s not to dismiss singer Michael Dupree’s contributions. His throaty growls punctuate each tempo change on tracks like “Dark Whores Apocalypse.”
False Consciousness: Self-titled four song EP (self-released)
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Newcomers False Consciousness revisit the political rage of bands like M.D.C. during a contentious election year. That rage is interpreted at times through the concept of false consciousness, which says the general public cannot perceive social injustice. Opening tracks “xNancy Reaganx” and “Blue Saints” lampoon a sheep-like acceptance of the former first lady and cops, respectively. It’s not all parody, as “False Consciousness” is more about seeking the out truth beyond mainstream headlines.
Over the Effect: Satellites in the Sky digital album (self-released)
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Over the Effect’s latest album celebrates the high points of ’90s alt-rock, while taking cues from older prog rock influences. The mellow “Once More” could have introduced the complex story of a rock opera if those had been en vogue in 1996. But not every song is a mid-‘90s throwback. The melodic, effects-laden “Purple” owes more to Queens of the Stone Age than anything else loosely tied to Dave Grohl.
Some Kind of Hate is a collection of punk, metal, garage, and hardcore cuts released by bands or labels practicing their craft in and around Atlanta. The previous installment can be read here. Submissions are accepted via e-mail.