GNARNIA
TWO EP’S ON ONE SLAB OF VINYL!
New release from Providence, RI’s GNARNIA, who’ve been banging out killer rock’n punk in the vein of OG heavies DK’s, Black Flag and Germs. Always looking to bring the old skool energy they’ve partnered with us to release this LIMITED EDITION 12” vinyl lathe cut pressing.
All the tracks were recorded by Gnarnia in their practice space in Pawtucket, RI with Eric Hanson later handling the mixing & mastering at Dyerville Recording in Olneyville.
The Thin Ice EP— a 7 song chop to the throat released September 2023, featuring a version of N8NoFace’s hit Not Like You; and b-side The Crimetown EP, 5 more rippers available now to bang on your eardrums!
Reviews
Gnarnia Embrace ’80s Punk With ‘Thin Ice’
By Rob Duguay for Culture Beat
Oct. 2023
There’s a fine line that occurs when a band or musician echoes their influences into their music. One side of it can be a blatant rip-off that lacks any originality whatsoever while on the other side, the particular act is doing their predecessors justice by bringing forth their own unique spin. With ’80s era punk rock flowing through the riffs, rhythms and vocals, Gnarnia from Providence are definitely achieving the latter.
Thin Ice is ideal for any punk purist and anyone who is looking for a jolt to their senses. It also should be mentioned that only two songs off the EP run past the two-minute mark.
Anyone who has had a long week with a lot to deal with is bound to relate to “Only Tuesday”. The harmonies from the rest of the band members backing up Simonelli set the vibe of the entire record. The title track is a bit different from the rest in terms of volume and delivery. There’s more of a melodic quality that’s present while Simonelli weaves in between waxing poetic and singing his heart out. Other highlights of the EP include “Leave It Alone”, “Babyhead” and a version of N8noface’s “Not Like You”. Read the full article Here.
