Album Review: Ultra Rock by Llunatiks – A Punk Riot Straight Outta Spain
If you’re into raw, unfiltered punk rock that doesn’t try too hard to impress but still slaps you in the face with its energy, Ultra Rock by Llunatiks is worth a spin. Released back in 2012 under their own label (because who needs gatekeepers, right?), this Spanish gem feels like a middle finger to polished production and overthought melodies. It’s just straight-up grit, passion, and rebellion—exactly what punk should be.
The brainchild of Jacc Llunatik—who handles guitars, vocals, and songwriting duties—the album packs ten tracks of chaotic fun. Each song comes at you fast, loud, and relentless, almost as if they dared themselves not to slow down for even a second. Two tracks, though, really stuck with me after my first listen.
First up: “Perra Vieja.” This one kicks off the album with all the subtlety of a sledgehammer. The guitar riff hits hard, and Jacc’s raspy delivery screams attitude from the get-go. There’s something about the way he spits out the lyrics—it’s messy, sure, but it feels authentic, like hearing someone vent their frustrations live on stage. You can almost picture the mosh pit forming when this track drops.
Then there’s “Adrenalina Y Velocidad,” which, true to its name, is pure adrenaline pumped through speakers. The tempo races forward without looking back, making it impossible not to nod your head or tap your feet along. It’s short, sharp, and leaves you breathless—kinda like those moments in life where everything feels dangerously exciting.
What makes Ultra Rock stand out isn’t perfection; it’s personality. Sure, the production could’ve been cleaner, and yeah, some of the transitions between tracks feel abrupt, but that’s part of the charm. This isn’t music made for critics sipping wine—it’s made for sweaty basements, rowdy crowds, and anyone who wants to let loose without overthinking it.
Listening to Ultra Rock, I couldn’t help but think how rare it is these days to find an album so unapologetically DIY. In a world obsessed with streaming numbers and viral hits, Llunatiks remind us why we fell in love with rock ‘n’ roll in the first place. And honestly? That’s kinda beautiful.
Oh, and here’s the kicker—they pulled this off entirely self-released. No big label backing, no marketing machine. Just a dude with a guitar and a whole lot of rage. Makes you wonder what else is hiding out there, doesn’t it?
