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    HM Magazine #78/Johnny Respect
    Johnny Respect — Life Ain't What It Used to Be cover

    Johnny Respect

    Life Ain't What It Used to Be

    (1998)

    Reviewed by Amanda Nelson

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    Label Bulletproof MusicHM Magazine #78July 1999
    hardcore punkpunk

    If you really like punk, you should be very impressed with this album. The name of the band and the song intros almost fool you into thinking Johnny Respect's style is probably kind of a lighthearted rockabilly blend. But after they start into that first song, you know this is serious punk. What this fast-paced CD lacks in variety it makes up for in the quality of production. That quality includes everything from the great sound to the design of the packaging. The songs The Mind As a Hypocrite, Your Fear and Broken Homes are evidence of the band's lyrical ability as well. There is a hidden track at the end of the CD; it's faint and hard to hear, but it sounds like a 50's rock instrumental. Overall, an exciting release for those who just can't get enough punk.

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