New Music: CIVIC: Melbourne's Rebellious Rockers
- dailyentertainment95
- May 30
- 1 min read
CIVIC is an Australian rock and punk rock band that formed in Melbourne in 2017. The band consists of Jim McCullough (lead vocals), Lewis Hodgson (guitar), Roland Hlavka (bass), and Eli Sthapit (drums). They are known for their high-energy performances and a raw, aggressive sound that reimagines the reckless intensity of proto-punk for a modern era. Their music has been described as an "unholy lo-fi pile-up of garage rock, punk, and '90s-style noise-rock," injecting every song with a visceral urgency.
CIVIC has released several EPs, including "New Vietnam" (2018), and studio albums such as "Future Forecast" (2021) and "Taken by Force" (2023). They've gained critical acclaim for their frenetic sound and incisive observations of the world around them, drawing comparisons to iconic Australian punk acts like Radio Birdman and The Saints. Their sound often feels on the verge of falling apart, contributing to their exhilarating live presence.
“The Fool” is a blistering, high-octane track that exemplifies Civic’s no-frills punk ethos. It's packed with thundering drums, distorted guitar riffs, and aggressive vocals that critique disillusionment, deception, and modern societal delusion. The track balances fury with melody, charging forward with relentless momentum.
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