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Michaela Hall discovers a perfect punk storm from the North East agitators
Wrong Speed Records
Released: 01.05.26
Image by Ellen Dixon
The tenacious punk storm IRKED are here with their debut album The Grievance, and it certainly won’t disappoint their many dedicated fans. If you’re the curious type and appreciate attitude, you will soon be a fan.
From early on in the fourteen-track album with Repeat Offender we know we’re in for a fun ride – the rhythms are fast, unapologetic and impossible to not get involved with. The lyrics aren’t afraid to put up a middle finger and challenge the status quo and throughout the whole album it’s non-stop. Particular highlights The Hardest Man in Billingham and Vomit have the ultimate impact – staying in your head rent-free after listening just once. The album is the perfect punk storm to liven up your day, a whirlwind of powerful vocals and commendable character.
