The World's Strongest Man

“The recent Humpers reunion did nothing to diminish their members’ extracurricular activities, and thank goodness for that. Along with the recent asskicking debut by the Hitchhikers, the latest slab from singer Scott Deluxe Drake (accompanied by his latest gang of strongarm tacticians) hits the same pleasure spots as the parent company’s vicious rock & roll. And while I hesitate to call this EP the best thing Drake’s done, there’s something particularly satisfying this time about hearing his witty, gritty spew riding atop a loud, basic, meat-and-potatoes rock & roll band. Ammunition, Corkscrew Submarine and Klorox Too fulfill your daily requirements of piss & vinegar with style;Champagne on Ice is the most melodic thing I’ve ever heard Drake do, and it still rocks serious ass. If you’re a fan, don’t miss this. If you’re not a fan, this will make you one.” -Michael Toland, Sleazegrinder, GRAND MAL

“The much-revered Long Beach punk band the Humpers may be long in the grave, but their spirit lives on. Grand Mal reunites singer Scott “Deluxe” Drake with guitarist Jeff Fieldhouse for a set of raw punk rockers featuring grizzled guitar riffs, no-nonsense song structure and Drake’s usual clever lyrics and unrefined declamation. (Except on the instrumentals “Cloak and Dagger” and “Cocktails!”) “Seasick,” “The Egerton Grey” and “Blood Like Wine” channel Drake’s considerable penchant for sarcasm, spite and contempt into catchy punk rock in ye olden style.” -Michael Toland , CDBABY LINK for SCOTT