Why: With a name reminiscent of what could be a Mad Magazine movie spoof (Planet of the Apes & Grapes of Wrath anybody?), you will find that Apes of Wrath have a sense of humor that runs deep. Apes of Wrath have been building a following in their local San Diego for years and are planning on unleashing their brand of indie post-punk on the world with their upcoming full length debut, due in the Fall of 2009. In 2008 we received a bit of a teaser of what was to come with their self titled Apes of Wrath EP. Earlier this year at SXSW, Apes of Wrath headlined opposite Athens own Dead Confederate at the SXSW Obscure Magpie 14hr Party. Clever name aside; the crunchy guitar riffs, driving rhythms and brooding vocals will have you emphatically spreading the word to your friends about Apes of Wrath. Take the fun of Maximo Park, the rock of Queens of the Stone Age and a voice reminiscent of Joy Division's Ian Curtis and you get Apes of Wrath. With ties to Atlanta I am sure their first show here will be a sell out so keep an eye out for when that happens; Mixtape Atlanta will be your source for those details. In the meantime if you find yourself on the west coast, looking for a good time, here are 4 guys who are ready and willing to make that happen.
For the fans of: Music you want to listen to while driving 150mph in a high speed chase*.
Add this song to your Mixtape: "Death Train" from Apes of Wrath EP
*We here at Mixtape Atlanta do not condone any actions which lead you into a high speed chase; only the selection of proper music for such occasions.
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