EP Review: Demo EP

Paddy and the Cryptids are a three piece up and coming Punk/New Wave medley hailing from the sunny Hawkes Bay.

This is their self- titled debut EP and straight off the bat there is everything to enjoy about this short, sweet and to the point 4 track ensemble.

Rocking classic punk riffs, and simple vocals is about all you need and want and Paddy and the Cryptids do it well. No frills, just good tunes.

Opening track Reputation feels like a nod to their present and future selves with the first lyric, “All they really want is a reputation..” well, if this EP is anything to go by, I hope if they haven’t yet, they will soon.

By the time you reach the last track, Dogman – one of my favourites, again with fantastic, crunchy riffs, It feels like you’ve known their music for years.

Like any good piece of music, there is always just a mad amount of talent and passion. They clearly love jamming together and it shows, so I can imagine how well their lives shows go.

A really strong debut EP that is just what our Kiwi punk scene needs.