The Bronx (IV)

When The Bronx burst out of L.A.’s underbelly 10 years ago with its self-titled debut, the birth wasn’t a clean one. Produced by Guns N’ Roses’ Gilby Clarke in his home studio, the disc locked its frothing jaws on a filthy form of punk that teetered on the precipice of implosion. Since then, the band has careened all…

L.A. punks The Bronx lay their mariachi band alter-ego to one side after a two record stint, returning to a more traditional rock-based sound on their fourth self-titled LP. The formula hasn't changed a great deal since their last “proper” release back in 2008; Matt Caughthran's spirited yelps are instantly familiar, and the rhythm section's beefy, colourful tones ring out positively.