Tune of the Week: OFF!

Off! is a punk rock supergroup from southern California. Their style is very much in the original America hardcore punk vein: short, political songs and confrontational artwork by punk art pioneer Raymond Pettibon. Featuring members in their 40s, 50s and 60s, Off’s songs are more mature in content than most. “Void You Out” is a prime example, dealing with the grim reality of living in a brutal capalitalist society that hopeless clings to any notion of “freedom”. Before the live take of the tune you get small “slice of life” segments with each member of the band, wherein you can get some sort of idea of where they are coming from, seriously or not. While unheard of for a while (and not getting any younger), the band is working on a full length feature film and has a half new line-up that they announced this year. Long live punk rock! Long live OFF!