Government Pest - EP Review: Vol. 3
Formed from the ashes of local bands, Hellborne and Wall of Silents to name a few, Government Pest have been on the scene since 2014 and have never failed to amaze fans with their solid metal offerings and swag of albums over the years.
2024 is no different and they’re back again with a new EP, Vol. 3.
With their metal sound and some punk overtones, Vol. 3 is quite the beast of driving riffs and ferocity, but it never gets obnoxious. It’s just enough to whet the appetite.
Vol. 3 has five tracks that are equally heavy and melodic, showing off Government Pest's penchant for strong lyricism and musicianship. No strangers to a good riff, there is plenty on offer here. Raising Hell for example has a crunchy intro with a great tempo throughout.
Vocally, I feel at times it falls a little flat from Kristov Raven (vocals/guitar) and Murray Shaw (bass/vocals). While still incredibly catchy, I was hoping for something a little dynamic like their previous albums to give it more life. However, with three albums under their belt (starting from 2003), it serves as a reminder of where Government Pest are on their journey, and Vol.3 still serves as a strong EP overall.
The Field of Fire is a great example of their journey, as they continue to serve great music. Those riffs hook you in, and it’s damn catchy. I’d love to hear some tempo changes, maybe a solo here and there, but it still sounds like a great crowd pleaser, and you know everyone will be leaving happy.
Vol. 3 is a solid EP for Government Pest. I have no doubt that their onstage performances go off like no other, and perhaps that’s where the magic really lies with this EP.
About Government Pest
After the end of local bands Hellborne, Wall of Silents, Neckstretchers and Bloodspray for Politics and more. Goverment Pest was brought back to life with Kristov playing guitar and doing vocals, Murray Shaw playing bass, and Aaron Sanko playing drums.
They played their first show on Friday 31st October 2014 at The Slavefest Halloween Party 2014. Since then they have played a number of shows and recorded their first album in March 2016.
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