Trans-Continental Hustle
Gogol Bordello
review by bbarratt
Gogol Bordello- Trans-Continental Hustle
released April 27, 2010 on American Recordings
The long-awaited 5th album from this group of gypsy punks with a smorgasboard of musical influences. To categorize them as one genre would go against the very nature of what they stand for. Eugene Hutz is at it once again with his frantic energy and weathered voice contributing well to the rhythms. Pala Tute starts off this album and it sounds like a cross between ska and country/folk mainly due to the structure of the rhythms and I believe, the presence of horns. Very avant-garde and a good way to open the album. Sun Is On My Side is slowed down and nearly low-key. It breaks from the pacing of other songs to show a somber side of the band. Immigraniada (We Comin’ Rougher) is fast, frantic and is reminiscent of Bad Religion and punk in general. It should be noted that the lyrics are almost always politically aware and passionate. Take for example, Break The Spell, which talks about persecution of the Roma (gypsies) and has a similar blueprint to other songs. When Universes Collide is also slowed down and gives Hutz a chance to expand his vocal range a bit. Overall, if you like Gogol Bordello, this album will probably satisfy your hunger. Personally, I think Gogol Bordello should be filed under “Frantic” as it explains their pacing and how they can get you moving around. Check it out.
FCC: None
Try: *1*, 5, *6*, 8, 12