Tyvek - On Triple Beams

Vinyl LP pressing. 2012 release from the Indie Punk band. This, their third album, picks up where the blistering proto-Hardcore of the Nothing Fits record leaves off, but doesn't tarry long in familiar zones. The melodies open up into a much more spacious musical headspace, channeling unexpected positivity. Produced by Fred Thomas, on Triple Beams is hard and direct but it doesn't pummel. Likewise, the lyrics ain't pedantic. Searing punk rock is still the order of the day, and the tunes are just bangin'. And in case there's any doubt: these are tunes in a major way: The songwriting chops are on this album are completely out of place in the 2012 bumper crop of plastic platters. Welcome to the strange path that Tyvek has trod for the past eight years: For every step forward, they take two steps to the side for good measure.