Now and again, YouTube brings a new band to your attention that is actually to your taste and has some excellent tunes. And that’s how I first heard Moons Of Saturn. A Swedish 3-piece of a certain age (like myself and Uncle Dom), yes, they are old enough to know better, but thankfully, they decided that rock n roll keeps you young.

Their debut album is chock full of classic riffs, from the opening crunch of ‘Never Get Invited’ onwards. ‘Biding My Time’ is garage rock with a touch of early Alice Cooper Band, soaked in wah-wah, that I keep coming back to. ‘She Doesn’t Call Me’ wouldn’t shame The Damned, and throughout there are some Brian James style licks; the solos are never overdone, sharp and stylish. The riff is what counts. ‘I Don’t Mind’ is another belter under 3 minutes long. “In, out, put the kettle on”, as Monkfish used to say.

‘Money And Submission’ is like a lost Godfathers song, if it doesn’t get you moving, consult your local pharmacist. Steeped in fine influences, Moons Of Saturn make it sound fresh thanks to their enthusiasm and way with a hook-line. ‘Give Me Some More’ is like the best Hellacopters riff, while I prefer Hakan’s voice; it has more of a garage rock edge to it.

‘Black Velvet Roses’ was the first song of theirs that I heard, and it still sounds great. Simple, effective and wildly catchy. ‘Donny And Marie’ is poppier, in a Ramones way, and ‘One By One’ hits you over the head before ‘Can You Believe It’ comes flying out, another hip shaker. ‘I Got No Time’ has another stabbing riff, reminiscent of Kris Dollimore, and we end with ‘The Road’, a perfectly distorted guitar tone, with added organ. You are unlikely to hear a better garage rock album this year, so check out their Facebook page for details and treat your ears to some righteous vinyl.

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Author: Martin Chamarette