Review / 200 Words Or Less
The Chantey Hook
Underground

The Chantey Hook have been around for a few years now, but have only released a handful of songs to the masses. Their most recent addition to the small catalog are two tracks from their new Underground 7-inch. The A-Side features the title track. The song's a great Jersey punk-rock anthem that holds its own against this year's best punk-rock songs. A soft guitar opening leads the track into a blistering verse and catchy chorus. Seth Swaaley's vocals have a soft, but aggressive, croon to them that people may need to warm up to. By the end you'll be hooked. "Underground" may be the superior track of the two, but "Blue Collar Rail" offers a bit more fun. There's a streaming dance riff, while a jumping bass overtakes the bridge. It's the perfect track if you feel like you need to let yourself go. Neither track bring something new to the table for the genre, but it's quality music nonetheless. It's just a shame they don't have more of it out there. Do yourself a favor and check out The Chantey Hook.