The Front Bottoms, who define themselves as “dance music,” are a folk punk band consisting of core members Brian Sella on vocals and acoustic guitar and Mat Uychich on drums. They have been making music since 2008 when they were both still in high school. Over the years, the band has evolved and transformed their sound, but consistently produce jams that tell stories full of emotion and incoherent lyrics that somehow still make sense. All the songs have their own individual charm, but these are my personal favorites.
1. Legit Tattoo Gun (The Front Bottoms)
Favorite lyrics:
Whenever I’m alone or feeling lonely
I pretend I can play the drums inside my head
And I am good
I love these songs, they love my songs
2. Lone Star (Talon of the Hawk)
Favorite lyrics:
Not just preparing for nightmares
Years and years I do suppose
Nothing feels alright now
The length on my hair or the fit of my clothes
3. Cough it Out (Back on Top)
Favorite lyrics:
I don’t care if you’re not sorry; I forgive you
And with or without your support, I will continue
4. Far Drive (Going Grey)
Favorite lyrics:
I got diamond-dust shoes on my feet
I got New Orleans blood in me
5. Wolfman (GDP / The Front Bottoms Split)
Favorite lyrics:
It’s so hard to stay
When all you wanna do is ride
I totally get you, I was a birdcage
And you were meant to fly
6. Lipstick Covered Magnet (Rose)
Favorite lyrics:
And I’m gonna get on my knees
Would you kick me in the face, please?
It’ll make whatever I say sound like poetry
And as the gums begin to bleed
The words will fall like teeth
7. Today is Not Real (Ann)
Favorite lyrics:
If it wasn’t for the changes, I would probably die
Like how the dark never seems that dark when it’s finally light
My concentration is a knot, this depression keeps it tight
I know The Front Bottoms are not for everyone and are more of an acquired taste musically, but it’s always worth it to check out new music. Happy listening!
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