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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
The Bold Truth, December 23, 2002
The Hanover Saints formed in 2001 out of the ashes of Christian hardcore pioneers, Anguish Unsaid. While Anguish Unsaid pumped out emotional, spirit-filled hardcore from an, at one time, 6-piece group, The Hanover Saints contend for a simpler approach. "Truth Rings Out" slams down 13 tracks of pure adrenaline that would make Jimmy Pursey proud. Not a second passes by on this album wherein the snare drum and power chords are not full force in the face of the listener. Now, when analytically scrutinized, many a shortcoming can be excavated from this Oi! record (as with all), but one such an album must be seen for what it is meant to be; and that is a rock-your-socks-off street punk extravaganza. Yes, the entire record is extremely repetitive, and yes, any mediocre musician could pull off these riffs, but that is the essence of Oi!. Ever since the Cockney Rejects first displayed "Oi! Oi! Oi!", this brand of punk rock has been associated with pub-moshing and football-chant choruses for good reason. Because that is the point of it all! Musically, these three spirit-filled boys strive for nothing more than an aggressively fun vehicle for their all-important message. Lyrically, however, These saints are miles away from being ashamed of their beliefs. "Ignition, I don't wanna live my life in contradiction". "I will find my way Tomorrow. You know cuts and scrapes will follow." There is no watering down to be found in these lyrics. The Saints hit every area on "Truth Rings Out". From boldly evangelical ("Can't Recognize The Face"), to rebuke of the ungodly ("Jolt The Press"), to the declaration of the hope that is inside ("The Promised Land"). There is no flattery of speech or cloaks of covetousness to be found looming behind the shifting shadows; only the bold truth of the gospel of God. While to unregenerate ears, this band has everything to be ashamed of; they still press on knowing that the only prize they pursue is the upward call of God in Christ. Bands like these are to be the only ones who should be revered. Any person who leaves a Hanover Saints concert, whether satisfied or not, will, no doubt, have the truth ringing out of their ears for days to follow.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Oi!Oi!Oi!, November 3, 2003
The sweet smell of street punk is one that causes my mouth to salavate and enjoy every scrumptious bight. This CD satisfied my appetite and for fans of street punk, it should fill you to.
1. The Promised Land 5/5
2. Salutations 5/5
3. When The Truth Rings Out 5/5
4. Pony Soldier 5/5
5. Ignition 5/5
6. Cuts And Scrapes 5/5
7. Letter Day 4/5
8. Jolt The Press 5/5
9. Can't Recognize The Face 5/5
10. Faith And Scene 5/5
11. Make Some Noise 5/5
12. You're Not Alone 5/5
13. Hold Fast, Hold Still 5/5
Pretty much a perfect CD. So if your one who's in the mood for a little oi! Then The Hanover Saints provide enough Oi! to cause those poseur Blink 182 kids crying for their mothers and poseur Good Charlotte friends. This is REAL punk baby. Check em out.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hanover Saints= Oi, April 14, 2003
The Hanover Saints are a pure punk band. They have good fast music with catchy lyrics. Great for any fan of street punk or just punk in general. I have the privalege to live in the same city of these great guys. The members are some of the nicest guys in sacramento. Ive seen them live many, many times and every time they play better than the show before. They have a split cd with friends Whiskey Rebels(GMM Records), this full lenth on Facedown Records(one of the best labels out there), and another split with Shop11Phoenix. I strongly urge you to buy this c.d.
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