NOWHERE IS SAFE...- The Last of the Bad Men (DHD/Reverberation)
When you name your band after an infamous 19th Century soldier of fortune, American folk hero and high plains drifter, Tom Horn, you better live up to expectations. The good news is that, for the most part, this bunch of well-credentialled, geographically-scatterered rabble rousers do.
The Last of the Bad Men is the latest outfit for Radio Birdman's Deniz Tek but this is anything but an Iceman solo project. The driving forces are Art and Steve Godoy, the straight edge, ex-pro skateboarders-turned-tattoo artists who've been Tek's US backing band for years, identical twins who were the rhythm section for the briefly reconstituted Visitors who played a brace of Australian reunion shows in December 2005. They also played in L.A. punk band the Exploding Fuck Dolls for a time, so they have form for inspired band names.
This time out, however, Art's slipped over to guitar to go head-to-head with the good Doctor Tek, making room for Troy Zak (The Daggers) on bass. Paint-peeling vocalising comes courtesy of Danny Creadon, late of Canadian punks The Curb Slappys. Band members hail from places like Vancouver, Montana and California so if you're in the market for a house, don't let the agent sell you one next door to the one they're renting. You'll never sleep.
Birdman fans beware - this is closer to Black Flag than the Black Album version of "Radios Appear". Creadon howls the place down while various Bad Men bay like wolves in the background. It's raw punk rock, propelled by a rollicking rhythm section and scarifying twin guitars. Nothing more, nothing less.
Nine mongrel dogs in this litter of songs and the pick is easily a pup called "Tail Block" (which we've been featuring in the I-94 Bar's Sound Lounge). A burst of bass signals the band in and those dual six strings kick in like a turbocharger strapped to a skateboard. Tek's guitar is all over this one (the rest of the disc being a reasonably democratic affair) and it stings. Danny Creadon spits gobs of verbal fury and it's fantastic stuff.
"Action Reaction" is its companion piece, where ill-mannered punk guitar phrasings bumping heads with more fuck you vocals, the only daylight coming in the shape of a bass solo. Steve Godoy beats out a tattoo on the toms for "Get in Line" as the Bad Men indulge in social commentary on the state of the Oil Wars, but it's the sheets of insistent guitar that steal the show. Cue: Another anguished howl in the background. Better call the vet - the dog's turned rabid.
A few of the others didn't stick as hard on an initial listen, but given time they take on a certain ragged attraction. They'd all probably grow an extra leg when played live.
Those Birdman fans who've questioned Tek's extra-curricular output for having more twists and turns than one of his saturated, snaking solos won't change their tune, but playing off new people is exactly what keeps inspirational av-gas in the guy's fuel tank. If you liked the last thing Deniz did on tape with the Godoy twins - "Glass Eye World", which came out on his own Career label under the guise of The Golden Breed - you won't have many problems. That one probably has the edge on this, for mine, but should still find favour with fans of early '80s SoCal punk. - The Barman - www.i94bar.com Over all rating:
3 3/4 out of 5
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The Last of the Bad Men
Nowhere is Safe
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"The Kick ass combo of Radio Birdman's Deniz tek and the Godoy boys of Exploding Fuck Dolls fame is back again, this time as the Last of the Bad Men. Along with Troy Zak (bass) and Danny Creadon (Vocals), they bring forth and offering of apocalyptic punk rock that is fuelled by adrenaline and delivered with necessity. Built from a blueprint of influences that sems to scan decades, all of it amalgamated in a foundation of solid talent. Nowhere is Safe - despite the name- provieds a last bastion for punk in these prefabricated and manufactured times. Without any signs of slowing down, Deniz's guitar playing sceans authenticity, leaving room for lyrics that feel like little slap in the face wake up calls wrapped in well warranted attitude. You would be doing yourself a real disservice if you didn't sear these songs into your brain and make them a way of life. We would all be better off for it if you did."
-Ethyltron - The Nerve Magazine Sept. 2006
The Last of the Bad Men - Nowhere is Safe...
Ear-Pollution CD
September 9th, 2006 15:07
"So, it turns out that some folks actually read my editorial scribblings. After I bitched about not receiving my copy of Nowhere is Safe to review, I got an email reassuring me that a copy was on the way. Ahhh, the power of the pen. If only I could talk people into sending me money.
The Last of the Bad Men are the Godoys, Deniz Tek, Troy Zak, and some dude named Danny Creadon on vocals. Danny kinda looks like SteveO. And for those totally unfamiliar with some of the other names, go look up Exploding Fuck Dolls and Radio Birdman. Also, it appears that Mr. Creadon is the founder of Factory 13 skateboards. Thank you, Google. Anyway, with all these crusty old skate dudes in the band, you can pretty safely assume that the primary subject of this album is skateboarding. That is always good for a few bonus points in my book. The music is solid skate rock in the US Bombs/Hunns/whatever vein, and in true punk rock form clocks in under 30 minutes. For those unfamiliar with the aforementioned comparison bands, just imagine solid rhythm driven 4/4 rock with screamy type vocals. Lyrical gems abound, with my current favorite being "hit that coping you fucking stiff". It all adds up to a disc that will get you in the right frame of mind to go skate a backyarder."
Go check out their website, and get your hands on a copy: The Last of the Bad Men.com
Roy Starin
The Last of the Bad Men are an international punk rock super group, the brain child of pro-skaters/tattoo artists Art and Steve Godoy. Coming fresh off the heels of their previous band, The Exploding Fuck Dolls, the Godoy brothers recruited punk rock soldiers from around the world. Daniel Creadon of Cleveland Ohio’s The Curb Slappy’s was enlisted for vocals. Deniz Tek of Australia’s legendary RADIO BIRDMAN accepted guitar duties and Troy Zak of Canada’s The Daggers came on as the Bad Men’s bassist. With Art Godoy sharing guitar duties and Steve Godoy providing an onslaught of battery, The Last of the Bad Men recorded their Debut album, “Nowhere Is Safe” in Vancouver, March 2006. AND NOW SECOND RELEASE "RIDE!"...
--NEWS FLASH!- ALBUM REVIEW OF "RIDE!" FROM FAST FORWARD MAG.
The Last of the Bad Men - Ride!
D.H.D. Records
Published May 29, 2008 by Keith Carman in CD Reviews
These bad men have truly toughened up and tightened their sound. Whereas The Last of the Bad Men’s debut effort, Nowhere Is Safe was a formidable if not altogether unique blend of old-school punk rock influences, sophomore effort Ride! proves they are hitting their stride. A solid blast of punk rock ’n’ roll anthems, songs like “Hit ’Em Again,” “Creeper” and “Day to Ride” have an inherent brashness and enthralling confrontational atmosphere, while still escaping the trappings of overbearing testosterone-fuelled aggression that most acts of this ilk succumb to. Previously slotted among the likes of traditionalists such as the U.K.’s G.B.H., U.S. Bombs and more recently 59 Times the Pain, the band’s refined direction has a feel more akin to The Humpers, Hookers and Zeke with just a touch more melody, patience and hooks. Hearty, enthusiastic and modestly raunchy, Ride! is a divine step forward for these Vancouverites.
--“Nowhere Is Safe” was released on the Godoy’s own D.H.D label later that spring. The press responded with fervour. Nerve Magazine exclaimed, The Last of the Bad Men “ bring forth an offering of apocalyptic punk rock that is fueled by adrenaline and delivered with necessity.” NY Waste magazine wrote “gutter punks with a boot in the right direction.” Absolute Underground said, “About as close to the real deal as you will get.” This was just the beginning.
The Last of the Bad Men signed to Long Live Crime Records in late 2006, with the bands debut being re-released in March, 2007. “Nowhere Is Safe” is receiving a second wave of accolades from press and fans alike, with no end in sight. The Last of the Bad Men will continue touring to support “Nowhere Is Safe”. If you still believe in Punk Rock, you will believe in The Last of the Bad Men.
THE LAST OF THE BAD MEN DROPPED LONG LIVE CRIME RECORDS in order to have control of their property! ...This CD should be in the hands of a label or licensor who genuinely loves the band and swears by its cause...who is dedicated enough to try their best to get it in the hands of fans, friends, radio, tv and anyone who knows what a real fucken revolution sounds like!!! Disappointingly LLC did NOT...not a dime was spent to promote this band nor its JAW DROPPING EPIC RELEASE-"Nowhere is Safe"
You snooze you lose...ALL TALK...YAWN, tell us another one...
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