The Black Watch Share More Lies from the Government

When looking at the credits on this new Black Watch single, I was definitely intrigued by the fact that’s it was recorded in my own backyard. That, of course, isn’t the only reason I adore this tune; I feel like with 21 albums under their belt, the band are just now reaching peak form. This song has all the feels you want, particularly if you flirt with the mistress of post-punk; inside you’ll find machine gun drum hits, jangling guitars snaking around the whole tune, washes of keys, and the ultimate solace in the soothing vocals from John Fredrick. We’ve been promised that album 22 is already ready to go, so keep an eye out on news of that release!

Stream The Gospel According to John from The Black Watch

Before there were blogs and music streaming there was the Black Watch. Now, 15 albums into their career, the band have crafted what I’m going to say is their best work yet. Each time I play it, I’m struck by something that has me scrambling to press repeat, to tune into a note or an element I didn’t hear the first run though, even now as I speak, I’m doing just that. If you’re a fan of pop music and poetry, stream The Gospel According to John. And if you want my two-cents on the track by track breakdown, skip beyond the jump. Otherwise, pick up the album tomorrow courtesy of The Eskimo Record Label and Pop Culture Press.


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