Review by Doug

Realicide's album Our Hands Are Not Tied is a fierce and unrelenting exploration of the intersections between punk, industrial, and noise music. From the opening track "The Death of the Author" to the closing "Not in Our Name," the album is a sonic assault on the senses, with distorted vocals, harsh beats, and screeching synths creating a sense of urgency and unease.

The lyrics are equally confrontational, tackling issues such as police brutality, capitalism, and the surveillance state with a raw and uncompromising energy. Standout tracks include "Burn the Flags," with its driving rhythms and defiant chorus, and "Copsucker," a blistering critique of police violence and corruption.

Summary by Doug

Our Hands Are Not Tied is a powerful and provocative album that demands attention and reflection. Realicide's blend of punk, industrial, and noise is a refreshing reminder of the possibilities of experimental music, and their uncompromising political stance is a welcome antidote to the apathy and complacency of much of mainstream culture. Highly recommended for fans of abrasive and confrontational music.