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Tracklist
1. Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda
2. Pot Committed
3. One For The Boys
4. Hoods Up
5. End With An Ellipsis
6. My Therapy
7. Don't Go
8. Wasted On The Young
9. What Keeps Us Here
10. Swan Song
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Nitrous-fired, knuckles-up angst permeates the grooves of 'The Note', but at times Bane reflect the distinct vibe of being hardcore 'lite', just this side of aggression, with their signature hardcore element most often being the voicing of a phrase of lyrics, the outlook behind those words or the envelope surrounding a hit-hat count-off. These small enhancements further flavor the charged- up expressions of the group and the diminutive bit of restraint throughout their performance allows for a shred of danger, a gremlin lurking behind each note. A prevalent hardcore anthem surfaces in 'Hoods Up', which features some instrumentation that's comparable to older Suicidal Tendencies. One thing that detracts from the album on the whole is the reality that the vocals are not that varied. After a time, the monotone temperament of the singing takes its toll. Just a touch of variety would be nice. Taken in smaller doses, tracks like the driving, barked-out 'Pot Committed' become more enigmatic and thusly, much more interesting to repeat. Meanwhile, 'My Therapy' offers a floor tom rhythm that drives the song into a chorus illuminated by crushing gang vocals. The chugging closer 'Swan Song' ends things with a substantial thumping, which would be a natural crowd sing-along cut in concert. It can be said that the angle that Bane collectively take on hardcore is a bit unusual and the variations upon traditional themes are admirable. An album with substance and a sufficient amount of hardcore credibility, 'The Note' is by no means innovative, but it is a fairly good quality listen for fans of this particular lifestyle and sonic presentation.
Review by: Erin Fox
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