Since punk rock's inception, bands have been applying hyperactive tempos to songs not normally associated with the punk rock movement. But giving pop songs the old buzzsaw guitar assault treatment is no longer the novelty it used to be. With Songs We Didn't Write, Ghoti Hook could have very easily slapped together a collection of popular songs ready-made for instant-mix slam dancing. Instead, they have given us an album reeking with sincere appreciation for the artists and songs they cover. They share a love for rock 'n' roll with Joan Jett on "I Love Rock & Roll;" they throw in horns on "Walking On Sunshine;" and they tip their hats to the songs of yesteryear with "Earth Angel." If that's not enough, they even do friendly justice to Michael W. Smith's "Friends." Those expecting Ghoti Hook's zany side won't be disappointed either. Elvis is back in the building with "Hunka Hunka Burning Love," and faux cowboy hats are dusted off for Willie Nelson's "On the Road Again." There's never a dull moment, when you're hooked on covers done by Ghoti Hook.
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HM Magazine #74Reviewed by Brian Vincent McGovernYou see 'em with their black T-shirts and their heavy metal scowls... You may even hear the metal guitar in the first song on this record ("I Love Rock & Roll"). Well, yeah, Ghoti Hook has always said they were just a rock & roll band, though you've always considered them punk rock. Whatever you call it, their trademark zany antics and willingness to not take themselves too seriously has led to…