Darker Side Of Life by Flesh Roxon: A Psychobilly Riot You Can’t Ignore
Alright, buckle up, because Darker Side Of Life by Flesh Roxon is a wild ride through the grimy underbelly of rock ‘n’ roll. Released in 2015 outta Finland on Stupido Records, this album doesn’t mess around—it’s raw, unfiltered, and dripping with that psychobilly swagger. If you’re into music that punches you in the face and then laughs at your bloody nose, this one’s for you.
Let’s talk tracks. First off, “Walking With The Death” hits like a freight train derailed by Satan himself. It’s got this relentless groove that grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go. The guitars gnash and snarl, while the vocals sound like they were recorded in some back-alley dive bar after last call. And yeah, it might be repetitive as hell, but damn if it ain’t catchy as fuck. This song sticks to your brain like gum on a hot sidewalk—annoying at first, but kinda satisfying once you lean into it.
Then there’s “God Sent Me To Hell,” which feels like a middle finger to organized religion wrapped in sleazy riffs. Andy McCoy’s guest guitar work on this track? Absolutely filthy. His solos rip through the mix like a chainsaw cutting through drywall. You can tell the dude wasn’t phoning it in—he brought the chaos, no doubt about it. Lyrically, it’s all fire-and-brimstone nonsense, but who cares? It’s fun as hell and makes you wanna smash something.
The rest of the album keeps the energy cranked to eleven. Tracks like “Let’s Alcohol” (yes, it’s listed twice—don’t ask me why) and “Kill Your Boyfriend” are straight-up bangers designed to get fists pumping and heads banging. Sure, the production ain’t exactly polished, but that’s part of its charm. This ain’t pop music made in a sterile studio; it’s rock ‘n’ roll brewed in a rusty cauldron of whiskey and regret.
What really stands out here is how Flesh Roxon embraces their influences without being total copycats. Yeah, you can hear echoes of bands like The Cramps or even Hanoi Rocks (thanks to McCoy’s involvement), but they carve out their own twisted little corner of the psychobilly world. It’s messy, loud, and occasionally nonsensical—but isn’t that what rock ‘n’ roll’s supposed to be?
Here’s the kicker though: listening to Darker Side Of Life feels like hanging out with a bunch of troublemakers who just got kicked out of every bar in town. They’re dangerous, unpredictable, and probably gonna steal your wallet—but damn, they know how to throw a party. So crank this sucker up, pour yourself a drink (or six), and embrace the chaos. Just don’t say I didn’t warn ya when your neighbors start complaining.
Oh, and hey—did anyone else notice the tracklist repeats itself? Like, three songs show up twice. Is that lazy editing or some kinda artistic statement? Either way, it’s hilarious. Rock ‘n’ roll perfection? Nah. But it’s real, it’s raw, and it’s worth a spin if you’ve got a taste for the darker side of life.
