Why I Like It:
At first glance, you might see this album and think, this is just another pop-punk record from the early 2000s. And yes, you would technically be correct in that initial assessment. However, if you peel back the layers that is this band, there's so much more to discover. So let's dive in!
First of all, this is one of the hardest working bands I have seen. They are still releasing albums and songs today and haven't taken any breaks (to my knowledge) since their beginning. Not only that, but touring as much as they can.
In addition, members of Punchline are releasing their own podcasts, linked below. One podcast, that I highly recommend, is a history of the band (called A Band Called Punchline) and how they almost became as big as Paramore and Panic! At The Disco (they headlined for both these bands no joke). The other podcast I recommend, that bassist Chris Fafalios hosts, is One Hit Thunder, where he goes through one hit wonder songs.
Through listening to these podcasts and interviews, you can tell this is a band of genuine nice guys that love what they do and care for one another. It's so heartwarming to hear and makes me that much more enamored to the band.
I picked Action as the album to showcase because it's the one that I personally liked most. However one could like other albums such as 37 Everywhere and Just Say Yes better, which are more mature sounding for sure. I just think this is an excellent, and good sounding, example of what the early 2000s pop-punk sounded like.
So what are you waiting for? Check Punchline out, and their podcasts while you are at it!
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Highlighted song and lyrics:
Getting There Is Getting By- "See these circles under my eyes/Think of them as a part of my disguise"
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Similar bands to check out:
Hidden In Plain View, Valencia, Procession Came Opposite, Unsung Zeros
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Reviews and links to check out:
A Band Called Punchline Podcast
Lead Singer Syndrome Podcast- Interview with Steve Soboslai
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