Hawaii is known for its natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant music scene, which has produced some of the most talented and influential singers in the world. From traditional Hawaiian music to pop, rock, and hip hop, Hawaii has a diverse and vibrant music culture that has inspired countless artists and fans alike. Some
Get your own copy of this album at SwapaCD.com. If you're not yet a member, your first 2 cds and membership are free! All you have to do is post 10 cds you want to get rid of. Visit the site to find a huge selection of music!
The first thing that stands out aboutÂ
Fist Fight, the debut full-length from The Cancellations, is the catchiness of the songs. The second is frontman Elijah Jonesâ lyrics about breakups (of both the band and romantic kinds) and cycles of addiction, institutionalization and recidivism, which are too dead-on to not be the stuff of lived experience.Â
Hereâs the twist:Â
Fist Fight is an absolute blast. Its juxtaposition of bright sounds and brutally honest sentiments brings to mind vintage Smiths or Cure in a sunnier-than-normal mood, or a choice opener for The Strokes or Walkmen in the early 2000s. Thereâs an oldies-radio sensibility that carries over from The Cancellationsâ previous incarnation, the Orbison-inspired Elijah Jones & the Tenderness.Â