Hand & Leg 'Lust in Peace' CD (Fourth Dimension Records)

In 2017 the Greek bass and drums duo of Iro Sofoulaki and Stelios Papagrigoriou, otherwise known as Hand & Leg, released their excellent eponymous debut LP on US label Slovenly/Black Gladiator, which introduced their very own take on a post-punk-infused blend of fiery modern garage and slightly art-driven destructo-rock (sometimes recalling early Swans). 'Lust in Peace' once again appeared as a vinyl release on Black Gladiator/Slovenly, but this CD version features an extra track. With their vocals sung, screamed or spat in English and the often fuzz-drenched music bursting with attitude, Hand & Leg gleefully embody a sense of fury that'll resonate with many. With its occasional subtle nods to No Wave and murky shades perfectly ploughed with the help of white hot distortion, 'Lust in Peace' does exactly what it's supposed to do in delivering on the promise of the debut.

Released in September 2019.