Griffen Handshake’s latest release, “Emergency Exit”, is a fast-paced punk and heavy loaded rock anthem that tells the story of a failed romantic outing. With driving drums and ferocious guitar riffs, the song captures the frustration and disappointment of discovering that the person you thought was interested in you was actually just passing time until their next one. The raw emotion in the vocals and the energy of the instrumentation make “Emergency Exit” a standout piece to let your angst out when you’re feeling cheated or betrayed.
In stark contrast to the more poppy side of punk music that’s all the rage today, ‘Emergency Exit’ retains the more raw and visceral energy and sound that makes punk what it is. A riveting and raucous unravelling of your own angst towards perhaps not the most deserving of its reception.