Same As Sunday
Posted February 02, 2011
By piano89,
After listening to Earn Your Stripes, it’s hard to believe that Same As Sunday is unsigned. This Indianapolis-based band has perfected the punk/rock sound that draws similarities to MxPx and Relient K (in their earlier years). Although, Same As Sunday puts their own spin on the punk/rock sound, adding elements typically found in metalcore music- breakdowns on the tongue-in-cheek “No If’s, And’s, Or Breakdowns” and growls on “Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires.”
There isn’t really an overarching theme on Earn Your Stripes, other than the songs are about experiences that most people encounter on life’s journey. Frontman Chris Bauchle writes in a way that both believers and non-believers will be able to relate to and hopefully take something away from. Perhaps their most poignant and overt song on the EP is the title-track, which was inspired by Bauchle’s upcoming deployment with Operation Enduring Freedom. “Earn Your Stripes” talks about putting your full trust in God- “It’s kill or be killed, so seize the day/If God is for us who can stand in our way?”
Same As Sunday offers a perfect balance of light-hearted and thoughtful music with Earn Your Stripes. If you’re a fan of the punk/rock genre, you will love this album. View All Music And Book Reviews By piano89 | View piano89's Profile
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