At first glance, Abusements, a five piece punk band out of Montgomery, Alabama may seem like an ordinary, loud and fun punk band. After a few minutes, and considering Alabama’s cultural legacies, not only of the rich gospel music tradition but also a tradition of inequity that still continues, one might find that Abusements’ style of pushing back is not only cathartic for the band members , but also a way of mediating socially imposed differences by presenting them in song.
In a conversation with lyricist/vocalist DJ Fake Name (Todd Souvignier), guitarist Jay Hensley, and Wil Evans, we discuss their sound, their inspirations, and the importance and challenges of making music in the American South. Also present in some way, but absent were bassist Lyra Stephens and drummer/musical director Dominique Bradley.
My review of the exciting new album, 'Grievance Beerwater Reprisal', is on punkrockbeat.com.
26 сен 2024
