The Wreck arrive with serious pedigree. Bringing together members of The Astro-Zombies alongside Matt Voodoo of Mad Sin and Bamboula, the band waste no time making their mark. Sailors Grave is a debut album packed with snarling guitars, thunderous rhythms and the dark humour that has always been at the heart of great Psychobilly.
Opening with the explosive Axe To Beat, the album races through a glorious collection of B-movie inspired originals including The Nosferatu, Attack Of The Giant Bumble Bee, The Day The Earth Stood Still and Curse Of Frankenstein. Horror, science fiction and hot-rodded Rock 'n' Roll collide in a set that's full of memorable riffs, infectious hooks and enough twists to keep even seasoned Psychobilly fans guessing.
While the influences are proudly worn, Sailors Grave never feels like a nostalgia exercise. The songs are modern, punchy and confidently written, with tight musicianship and a powerful production that captures the excitement of a band enjoying every minute of playing together. It's an impressive debut that stands comfortably alongside releases from today's leading European Psychobilly acts.
Pressed on striking blue vinyl, Sailors Grave is an essential addition for fans of contemporary Psychobilly, combining monster movie mayhem with first-class songwriting and enough energy to shake the cobwebs out of any turntable.
