GULLY BOYS – AN ARTIST SPOTLIGHT AND ALBUM REVIEW
By Ralph Beauchamp
Minneapolis’ own GULLY BOYS have just released their self-titled debut album to rave reviews. Friends for over a decade, the four piece met while working in a thrift store. Their sound is raw without being reckless. It’s grounded in the everyday pulse of the streets but built on intent. Their music is explosive, urgent and alive. There is a tension to the Gully Boys‘ groove. They create an incendiary swagger with unpolished textures and dynamic beats.
What sets Gully Boys apart is how authenticity becomes a sonic choice, not just a theme The music rejects gloss. It favors rough edges that mirrors the Gully Boys‘ environment. Their tracks feel spacious and global without chasing either. There is both pride and confrontation in their delivery. The result is music that stays close to the vest. It’s noisy, pressured and has unfiltered energy. Gully Boys are organically imposing.
The band is comprised of Kathy Callahan (Vocals/Guitar), Mariah Timm (Guitar), Natalie Klemond (Bass) and Nadi McGill (Drums). The Gully Boys‘ music calls to mind bands like Mannequin Pussy, Deep Sea Diver, and Deftones.
Lyrically, the new album, Gully Boys, feels both playful and pointed. Gully Boys skate between personal frustration and broader social awareness. They never overstate their objectives but never shying away either. The writing suggests a band more confident in their words. Gully Boys lean into the chaos and embrace the volume. They use them as emotional amplifiers.
Songs like “Break”, “Mother” and “Bad Day” showcase the band’s aural diversity. What stands out the most is their sense of momentum. Tracks waste no time on small talk. They get right to the point. Gully Boys pace the album as one long exhale. Gully Boys is fast, cathartic and aggressive. Another outstanding track is “Big Boobs” featuring Zora. It’s a signature moment. The vibe is sonically crushing while remaining fun and vibrant.
Production-wise, the record strikes a sweet spot between polish and rawness. Everything hits hard without sounding overworked. It preserves the high-wire enthusiasm that defines Gully Boys‘ appeal. It feel less like a studio artifact and more like a captured moment in time. It’s sweaty and slightly unhinged.
Ultimately, this new release solidifies Gully Boys as a band that understand who they are and what they want to say without sanding it down. The album is big, bold and brazen without losing its reckless joy. It’s the kind of record that reminds you why loud music, made from the heart, still feels essential to life itself. Gully Boys are ready to steal your hearts and souls. Let them!
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