Storm Over The Mainland

Description

The 10th album celebrates 20 years of Offenders with 12 new songs that blend all of Offenders’ influences over the years: from the offbeat rhythm of “Partizani in Budapest” to the mandolin punk rock of “Off my Chest” - from the ska-punk of “Theway the people think” to the guitar riff of “Sixteenth Round”. Straight in the face, a punchy, unique and mixed sound as has been proven release after release, ready for the next singalong chorus or the next dancefloor hit! Since their beginnings, the delinquents have supported and continue to support anti-fascist and anti-racist youth clubs, squats and football groups throughout Europe and abroad. Their message is clear and is of course still found in the new songs: A party song like "Partizani in Budapest", which at first glance seems boozy, turns out to be a rebellious song of resistance against the annual national parade, known as "day of honor", dominated by Hungarian far-right extremists. “The way the people think” deals with the rise of right-wing populism in Germany - always blending social criticism with private issues and life experience, as can be heard in “The Breach” or “Off my Chest”. The Offenders are by no means a fun band, even if their music has a lot to offer. Perhaps that is what has made them successful, credible and increasingly popular for 20 years: "Storm Over The Mainland" is an album as it should be for an anniversary. Here’s to the next 20 years of The Offenders.