If you’re a fan of traditional rockabilly and old school rock ‘n’ roll, then you’ll have undoubtedly heard of LA’s The Rocketz. A talented trio, they’ve been captivating audiences with their rough-and-ready sounds for years, creating a bold and brilliant discography that fuses progressive and traditional rock styles with their distinct, yet fashionable edge.
Recently, the band have been championing the release of their new record, ‘Lovesick & Heartbroke’, and it’s easy to see why, with the album delivering eleven thrilling songs that with have you instantly enraptured. Filled with diverse themes that form an almost instant emotional connection with every listener, The Rocketz hit hard with cuts like ‘Not Coming Home’, ‘Sleeping in Your Arms’, and ‘Takes Me Back’, offering some true and heartfelt glimpses into their creative world.
Elsewhere, ‘Wrong About You’ and ‘What the Hell Do You Want from Me’ hits with clarity and plenty of passion, delivering some brilliant instrumentals and plenty of grit. Musically, it’s easily to fall into the flows of the album, with every cut hitting hard through a maelstrom of gruff vocals, thunderous drums, and energetic guitar.
There’s a lot to enjoy with the album, with each track working to create something special and easily accessible, and the band’s effortlessly cool nature works with to enhance every cut. All about attitude, with punk energy spaced over fierce tunes, the album distinguishes The Rocketz from almost every other rock band out there today.
Available now on all major platforms, and above via Spotify, The Rocketz’s new album is an enjoyable offering that is sure to bring pure delight to fans of rockabilly and old school rock ‘n’ roll.
Score: 7/10
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