The Singing Loins - Hauling In The Slack

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Review by Juan Correa

Album Review: Hauling In The Slack by The Singing Loins Let’s dive into Hauling In The Slack, the quirky 1992 gem from The Singing Loins. This UK-based band blends Folk, World, Country, and Rock with a raw edge that feels like you’ve stumbled into their living room jam session. Released under Hangman Records, this album is an unpolished treasure trove of acoustic vibes, garage rock grit, and folky storytelling. It’s not perfect—heck, it doesn’t even try to be—but that’s what makes it so damn charming. Chris Allen, the ringleader here, wears multiple hats (guitar, accordion, vocals), while Glenn Barnes adds some banjo magic and Chris Broderick keeps things thumping on percussion. Producer Childish clearly let the band do their thing without overthinking it, which gives the record its scrappy, heartfelt charm. Now, onto the tracks. “Hauling In The Slack” kicks things off with a rollicking energy that grabs your attention right away. The mix of banjo plucks and driving guitar riffs feels like a wild ride down a country road. You can almost picture these guys swapping stories over pints in a smoky pub. It’s catchy as hell, but not in a polished pop way—it’s more like something you’d hum absentmindedly while washing dishes. Then there’s “The Card Game,” which sticks out for all the right reasons. It’s slower, moodier, and packed with lyrical depth. Chris Allen’s voice has this raspy sincerity that pulls you in, and the accordion adds a haunting layer you don’t expect at first listen. There’s something about the way it builds tension—you’re waiting for the other shoe to drop, but instead, it leaves you hanging, lost in thought. If I had to pick one track that lingers in my mind long after the needle lifts, this would be it. “Poteen” rounds out the trio I’ll mention briefly—it’s rowdy, chaotic fun. Think drunken singalongs and stomping feet. Not groundbreaking, but man, does it get the job done if you’re looking to cut loose. What strikes me most about Hauling In The Slack is how unapologetically human it feels. These aren’t studio-perfected tracks; they’re snapshots of real people playing music because they love it. And yeah, maybe the production could’ve been cleaner, or the arrangements tighter, but honestly? That’d ruin the vibe. Here’s the kicker—listening to this album made me realize how much we crave authenticity in music today. With AI-generated tunes popping up everywhere, hearing something as genuine and messy as Hauling In The Slack feels kinda revolutionary. So grab a copy if you can find one, pour yourself a drink, and crank it up. Just don’t blame me if your neighbors start wondering why you’re yelling about card games and moonshine.

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Artist: The Singing Loins
Album: Hauling In The Slack
Rating: 4.14

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Hauling In The Slack
The Card Game
Poteen

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Catalog Numbers

GIBBET 2

Labels

Hangman Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"

Companies

RoleCompany
Distributed ByRevolver
Pressed ByMPO

Credits

RoleCredit
BanjoGlenn Barnes
GuitarChris Allen
AccordionChris Allen
VocalsChris Allen
ProducerChildish
PercussionChris Broderick

Notes

The versions of "Hauling In The Slack" and "The Card Game" differ from the ones on "Songs For The Organ"

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A, etched): MPO GIBBET 002 A¹
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B, etched): MPO GIBBET 002 B¹

About The Singing Loins

The Singing Loins England, UK. Chris Broderick and Chris Allen, formed in 1990.

Name Vars

  • Loins
  • Singing Loins
  • The Loins

Members

  • Chris Allen
  • Chris Broderick

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *Hauling In The Slack* by The Singing Loins is a hidden gem from 1992 that blends folk, rock, and a touch of garage grit. It’s got this raw, acoustic vibe thanks to Chris Allen, who not only sang but also played guitar and accordion. Oh, and get this—Glenn Barnes added some banjo magic to the mix. The track "Poteen" is a standout, giving off serious rustic pub vibes. Produced by someone named Childish, it’s one of those albums that feels like a secret handshake for fans of quirky, heartfelt music. Definitely worth a listen if you’re into stuff that’s off the beaten path!

Comments

jmacateeinsurance
jmacateeinsurance
2025-03-15
I remember seeing them do this above an Indian restaurant in Chatham back in the days of the Medway Film Club. They were fine while we watched the Super 8s and a bit of poetry reading but complained when we all started stomping along with the Loins on this!
nikiley
nikiley
2025-03-15
Pirot remembers...
pobrien4
pobrien4
2025-03-14
This was Medway in the 90's ?
andrzejaksak
andrzejaksak
2025-03-13
Arfur is my dad
moctuthanh19
moctuthanh19
2025-03-12
I like these lads a lot! Refreshing!
azalan2015
azalan2015
2025-03-12
(Arthur has the more hair I mean...)
miiskuneiti
miiskuneiti
2025-03-11
Arthur is a great guitarist, but his brother is better and has more respect for harmonica players.....
aleykabarrios
aleykabarrios
2025-03-11
......oh and somehow, he's got more hair :)
abdulaziz96
abdulaziz96
2025-03-10
I´d love to see u in germany! would u perhaps make allowance for coming to Cologne or Aachen sometime?I assure so that you will like the beer =)Cheers!
myfullerlife
myfullerlife
2025-03-09
wow nice!! TY