Avoid One Thing

Avoid One Thing's self-titled album is a riotous romp through the punk rock landscape, filled with catchy hooks and infectious energy. With their tongue firmly planted in cheek, this band delivers a rollicking good time that is sure to get you up on your feet and dancing. From the opening chords of "Lean On Sheena" to the raucous closer "Pop Punk Band," Avoid One Thing never lets up, keeping the adrenaline pumping throughout the entire record. Lead vocalist Joe Gittleman's gravelly voice adds a sense of urgency to each track, while the tight instrumentation from the rest of the band keeps things driving forward at breakneck speed. Lyrically, Avoid One Thing doesn't take themselves too seriously, with cheeky, irreverent lines that will have you chuckling along as you sing along. Tracks like "Rip It Up" and "Pulse and War" showcase the band's knack for crafting infectious, sing-along choruses that will be stuck in your head for days. While Avoid One Thing may not be breaking any new ground with their sound, they have mastered the art of creating catchy, fun punk rock that is impossible to resist. So put on your dancing shoes, turn up the volume, and get ready to have a blast with Avoid One Thing's latest album. 4/5 stars.