Protection

Description

FACE TO FACE: The melodic punk institution, whose songs have influenced and entire generation of bands, return to Fat Wreck Chords the same label who released their classic debut Dont turn away. Protection, the groups 9th full length album, draws from the energy of their earlier records but is filtered through the bands unique perspective as true lifers in punk rock. The result is an urgent and powerful 11-song blast that recalls the melody and angst of the bands formative sound, while showcasing their greatly matured song-writing acumen. Thoughtfully penned lyrics bolster the entire album, from band favourites Double Crossed and Say What You Want to the vicious barb 14:59 and the emotional Bent But Not Broken. Another factor in the albums outcome was the contribution of Bill Stevenson (NOFX, Rise Against, Propagandhi). After nearly two decades of Face To Face producing their own albums, the benefit of the collaboration with Stevenson is reflected in the elevated feeel of Protection. Despite the fact that Face To Face doesnt need to prove anything to anyone, Protection is an emphatic validation of their 25 years of massive commercial and critical success.