Formed in the mid nineties Gold Blade have been flying the flag for insurrectionary punk rock in the UK. Their melodically charged songs and fierce live power have seen them build up a strong following on their home turf where their gigs are legendary powerful physical explosions of energy. ?Strictly Hardcore' is their debut American release- a compilation of the best tracks of their three studio albums- it perfectly showcases the bands adventurous varying styles from the exuberant punk rock blast of the title track to the band's love of other musics- all fused with the tight hard punk rock ethic. With a handful of these songs seeing action in the UK top 75 their crossover power is already proven and this album coupled with the band's debut US tour in the fall should see the band finally breakthrough in the USA. For fans of The Clash, Ramones and Rocket From the Crypt