The Tyrant Lizard Kings - Six Shooter

If you like your JD straight, your moustaches handle-barred and your music with a heavy dose of brutality, The Tyrant Lizard Kings need your number. Their blend of Motörhead violence with the musical influence of copious “jazz” cigarettes means that Six Shooter doesn’t take itself too seriously. This gives rise to incredible song titles such as opener Yippee-Ki-Yay Motherfucker, a viciously heavy statement of intent with what sounds like a growling bear on vocals. It’s a refreshing sound that puts two fingers up to anything that moves while still managing a convincing harmonica section in one song (Gentleman’s Measure). This said, though the sludgy stoner tracks like Don’t Blame Me, Blame the Funk are a quality beanbag rockout, distinguishing them is about as easy as telling those identical twins you barely know apart. With a bit more variety, the Kings are onto a stone cold winner. For now, rely on their blistering live show. [Gordon Bruce]