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 | | Description: | Legendary Los Angeles underground rock outfit The Hangmen set to release their 7th album, Cactusville on CD, Digital and Colored Vinyl. Together for 30 years, The Hangmen's combination of punk rock ferocity and country/roots music puts them in an artistic class with the likes of other Los Angeles greats X, Gun Club and Social Distortion. Born in Montana, Small moved to L.A. and formed The Hangmen in 1986, where they immediately caught the eye of Black Flag/Circle Jerks singer Keith Morris. Morris managed the band, and along with Bad Religion Brett Gurewitz, produced the demos that landed them a deal with Capitol Records. They released their self-titled debut in 1987, but things soon came crashing down. A switch to DGC Records (the newly formed subsidiary of Geffen who's roster included The Nymphs, Nirvana, etc) seemed like the perfect landing spot for the band. Unfortunately, the album Suicide Doors was shelved and the band dissolved into addiction. Not one to be down for long, a newly sober Small started writing again, the result was 2000's Metallic I.O.U. Tours with longtime fans Social Distortion and the Supersuckers followed. Ness would later produce The Hangmen's 2007 release In the City. "I totally feel like we're kindred spirits," Small says looking back, adding that both bands emphasize "simplicity, and doing what you do and staying true to that." In 2010, the Finnish label Hype Records, Lost Rocks, an 18-song Hangmen retrospective. Shortly thereafter, former Supersucker, Rontrose Heathmen joined the band for 2012's critically acclaimed East Of Western. 2019 marks the release of Cactusville and another chapter of The Hangmen legend continues. Small has taken his brand of songwriting to another level, putting him in an artistic class with the likes of Tom Petty and Neil Young as purveyors of honest and simple songwriting. East Coast tour dates with the Supersuckers begin in September 2019.Packaged in a digipak."Cactusville" is a CD release by Hangmen, presented by the manufacturer ACET. Based on the available information, it can be described as a focused studio album that showcases the band's characteristic blend of gritty guitar work, tight rhythms and an atmospheric, often cinematic songwriting style. The title "Cactusville" suggests a dry, wide-screen sound aesthetic with dust-laden riffs and a mood that oscillates between raw energy and reflective passages. Across the tracks, the album explores dynamic contrasts: from more direct, driving songs that lean on powerful hooks to slower, moodier pieces that build tension through layering and arrangement rather than sheer volume. The production emphasizes clarity without sacrificing the organic feel of a band playing together, making "Cactusville" suitable both for attentive listening with headphones and for loud playback in the living room or car. As a physical CD, the release is particularly attractive for listeners who value tangible media, potentially including a carefully designed booklet with artwork and lyrics that visually extend the album's "desert town" concept and atmosphere.
Hangmen, as a band, are positioned within the tradition of guitar-driven rock and related styles, with a focus on concise songwriting and a strong live-band feel in the studio. Their musical identity is defined by a combination of memorable riffs, straightforward but effective rhythmic patterns, and vocals that convey both intensity and a certain rough-edged authenticity. While specific chart positions or awards are not documented here, Hangmen's profile is that of a group who have carved out their place through consistent releases and performances rather than short-lived hype. "Cactusville" can be seen as a consolidation of their qualities: the band play to their strengths, refine their sound and offer a coherent album that invites repeated listening.
The manufacturer ACET is known as a reliable partner for physical audio productions, especially CDs. Their focus lies on solid manufacturing quality, dependable disc pressing and durable packaging solutions. Releases produced by ACET typically stand out for clean sound reproduction and carefully executed print work, which is essential for collectors who value both audio fidelity and a well-crafted physical product. With "Cactusville", ACET once again underlines its role in supporting artists and bands who still appreciate the value of the CD format and a well-made album object. For fans of guitar-based rock with a penchant for atmospheric, thematically coherent albums, this release is a recommendable addition to the collection. | | | No. of tracks: |
9 |
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ACET7056.2 |
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