Lost Glory have released their self-titled debut album that oozes with street cred and working class heart. Looking at the album cover art, the strong features of a bald head in a long coat and boots make it obvious that they are spilling the beans about a certain brand of streetwise. The songs on the album do not disappoint, delivering on the promise of the artwork with a mix of gritty authenticity and swaggering bravado. This is the kind of record that grabs you by the collar and doesn't let go. It's a confident statement from a band that knows who they are.
The album is filled with straight from the streets lyrics that pack a mean punch. The opening track “All City” starts with a cheeky sample (Tony Hawk talking about graffiti) and some streetwise attitude. “Keep Coming Back” is a rousing anthem about overcoming all odds and continuing to rise from the rubble. “Nowhere To Go” talks about the black and white despair and the feeling of not belonging but finding solace in the music as the only refuge. “Boot Boy” has the swagger and pride of a working-class hero, while “It Wasn’t Me” is a short and sharp shock of frustration and anger. The finale track, “The End,” is about mortality and making the most of life and being loud and proud about it all the way. This is a fitting end to a powerful album that really does have something for everyone.
Authenticity in music is always appealing, especially when it is delivered with such passion and power. This album has it in bucketfuls with its mix of pride, resilience, and straightforward attitude. There is a sense of belonging in every song, and the feeling that no matter what knocks you down, you will always get back up again. It is impossible not to feel uplifted and a little more alive after listening to this one.
For those of you who love Oi! music which has its roots in real life, this is an essential listen.
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