LA’s VR Sex are at it again with Hard Copy, their fourth full-length effort. And the band once again brings the goods in a sexy, raunchy high-powered sonic assault that starts strong and never lets up over its ten songs.
What started out as Noel Skum’s Drab Majesty side project has taken on a life of its own in a big way, with its psychedelic punk approach and its examination of the less-than-savory aspects of our modern condition and those who indulge in it.
One may not appreciate all that goes into Hard Copy on the first listening, as the songs tend to share the same high energy vibe. But this record holds up whether driving in the car or zoning out at home. There is a densely packed sound held down by high energy drumming and imaginative guitar riffs that cut through to create moments of atmosphere that are lost on conventional punk rock efforts of lesser acts.
Rock solid from start to finish, Hard Copy is recommended. I’m looking forward to seeing Hard Copy on more than a few ‘Best of 2024’ lists.
https://vrsex.bandcamp.com/album/hard-copy