Fans of straightforward and explicit rock can turn to Drama King, the fourth solo album by Peter Bibby. The Australian songwriter/musician takes us through introspective moments of personal reflection to chaotic late-night scenes of local pubs. The twelve raw and wobbly songs are an exciting trip, where the moments of overdriven madness are the most impressive, but that works especially well because they are countered by subtle restraint. Opening track The Arsehole leaves no room for any misunderstanding (“No one seems to want to talk to me // ‘cuz I’m the arsehole, probably”), but we are more than happy to listen to what follows. We get authentic and curious or bizarre lyrics (for example, Bin Boy is written from the perspective of a wheelie bin), compelling and powerful guitar riffs, and distinctive gravelly vocals full of emotion, with goosebumps for Feels every time.
Drama King, produced by Dan Luscombe, is out now on vinyl LP through Spinning Top Records. Also featuring Dan Luscombe, Gus Agars, Myles Anderson and Carla Geneve.
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