Crispus Attucks and The Love Muskets Return with Powerful EP ‘and the War Came’
NMR – A somewhat tame intro riff …then the energy kicks in, good powerful guitar groove, combines with some nice melody licks and vocal delivery to provide a great track overall.
Crispus Attucks and The Love Muskets are back with their latest EP …and the War Came, claiming their spot as heirs to the alt-rock throne once held by Sonic Youth and Nirvana. This marks their first release since 2022’s Reimagination, and the duo’s signature politically charged punk-rock sound is front and center for 2024.
The EP roars to life with pummeling drum beats, distorted guitars, and sharp lyrics. From the Cobain-esque opener “Overtones” to the anthemic closer “A Grand Narrative,” the band blasts through sonic barriers with a mix of catchy melodies and urgent themes. Across six tracks, …and the War Came carves out a space in the New York punk scene with sharp hooks and meaningful messages, making it an unmissable release.
Inspired by the current U.S. political climate, Crispus Attucks and The Love Muskets fuse social commentary with high-energy guitar work. “Creating …and the War Came was an intensive and rewarding journey that spanned over a year. We started crafting this with a vision to encapsulate the political divisions of our time, aiming to convey both the challenges and the resilience we see around us,” the band stated. “We believe this EP has the potential to spark meaningful conversations, and we’re committed to reaching as many listeners as possible.”
Hailing from New York, the grunge-punk duo Crispus Attucks, made up of Matt Brescia and Will Beckenhaupt, has been one of the most exciting acts in the U.S. scene since their debut in 2021. Known for their politically charged, pop-infused punk, the duo’s music combines raw honesty, blistering guitars, and sing-along choruses. With two studio albums, Attucks for Americaand Reimagining, already under their belt, …and the War Came pushes their sound to new heights, solidifying their place as a force in modern punk.
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