The Sonics - Boss Hoss The Hustler

Review by Greg Thibodeaux

Album Review: The Sonics – Boss Hoss The Hustler Alright, buckle up, because we’re diving into Boss Hoss The Hustler, the 1999 garage rock gem from The Sonics, courtesy of Norton Records. This isn’t your polished, overproduced stadium rock nonsense—this is raw, unfiltered grit straight outta the US. Written by G. Roslie (who clearly had a few screws loose in the best way possible), this album’s got two tracks that’ll stick to your brain like gum on a hot sidewalk: “Boss Hoss” and “The Hustler.” Let’s break it down. First up, “Boss Hoss.” If this track doesn’t make you wanna grab a guitar—or at least air-guitar so hard you knock over your coffee mug—you might need to check your pulse. It’s punchy, loud, and kinda sounds like someone let a wild animal loose in the studio. The riffs are sharp enough to cut glass, and the drums? Forget about it. They hit harder than your ex’s text messages. What makes “Boss Hoss” unforgettable is how chaotic it feels without ever losing its groove. It’s like a bar fight where everyone’s dancing instead of throwing punches. Pure magic. Then there’s “The Hustler,” which slinks in with all the swagger of someone who just rolled a perfect game of pool but doesn’t want to brag about it (but kinda does). The bassline alone deserves its own zip code—it’s greasy, funky, and downright irresistible. You can practically smell the leather jackets and cheap cologne while listening. Lyrically, it’s not trying to reinvent the wheel, but who cares? This track is less about what’s being said and more about how it makes you feel: invincible, rebellious, and ready to take on the world (or at least your next road trip). What I love most about Boss Hoss The Hustler is how gloriously unhinged it feels. These songs don’t care if they’re trendy or radio-friendly—they exist purely to kick ass and chew bubblegum, and they’re all outta bubblegum. Sure, it’s only two tracks, but man, do they pack a wallop. In a world full of cookie-cutter playlists, this album stands out like a neon sign in a ghost town. So, here’s the kicker: if aliens ever invade Earth and ask us to explain human music, I’m handing them this album. Not because it’s perfect, but because it’s real. And honestly, isn’t that what rock ‘n’ roll’s supposed to be? Now go crank it up and annoy your neighbors—you won’t regret it. Unless you get noise complaints. Then maybe turn it down a smidge.

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Artist: The Sonics
Album: Boss Hoss The Hustler

Rock

Garage Rock

1999

Rating: 4.9

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
The Hustler	2:12
Boss Hoss	2:22

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Catalog Numbers

816

Labels

Norton Records

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online luisteren
ouvir online
escuchar en línea
écouter en ligne
lytte på nettet
ascolta in linea
online anhören
lyssna på nätet
kuunnella verkossa

Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Single
Reissue

Companies

Role	Company
Licensed From	Etiquette Productions
Published By	Valet Pub. Co.

Credits

Role	Credit
Written-By	G. Roslie

Notes

Issued in Norton Records / Etiquette company sleeve.

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Label Side A): 816-A
Matrix / Runout (Label Side B): 816-B
Matrix / Runout (Etching Runout Groove Side A): 816 A
Matrix / Runout (Etching Runout Groove Side B): 816 B
Rights Society: BMI

About The Sonics

American rock and roll group, formed 1963 in Tacoma, Washington, counting as the pioneers of proto-punk and garage rock. They played in several local dance halls and in high schools, until , bass player of , discovered them. They recorded two LPs with Ormsby that were released in 1965. They scored some minor hits before disbanding in 1969. Reunited in 2007, still actively performing as of 2015. They're renowned for their crude and brutal sound, for Gerry Roslies lyrics (hinting at drugs, evil women and disturbing mental states) and screams. Original lineup: Gerry Roslie (organ, piano, lead vocals), Rob Lind (saxophone, vocals, harmonica), Larry Parypa (lead guitar, vocals), Andy Parypa (bass guitar), Bob Bennett (drums) Lineup 2015: Gerry Roslie, Rob Lind, Larry Parypa, Freddie Dennis (bass guitar, lead vocals), Dusty Watson (drums)

Name Vars

(The Original) The Sonics
Los Sonics
Sonics

Members

Andy Parypa
Larry Parypa
Bob Bennett
Rob Lind
Gerry Roslie
Dusty Watson
Jim Brady
Freddie Dennis
Terry Iverson
Colin Weinmaster
Randy Hiatt

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The Sonics, known for their raw garage rock sound, released *Boss Hoss The Hustler* in 1999 under Norton Records. This album features just two tracks—"Boss Hoss" and "The Hustler"—both credited to G. Roslie as the songwriter. It’s wild how such a short release can pack so much energy and attitude. Pure rock 'n' roll grit from the US!

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guerrero09

2025-03-12

12k views 0 dislikes , says it all

cwright12346

2025-03-12

Cool!

veddma

2025-03-12

Garage with some free Sax, dam it's bloody great

prajendra

2025-03-12

The Oscar Wilde cont., back in his garage with a full stomach he turned on the blast furnace, waited and then he heated the metal for his casts. The name plate he casted first, it took only a few seconds for the metal to cool and then he pulled out Sonic Hoss in cursive letters. He packed his second mold, the hood ornament, he waited for the metal to heat, poured the mold and pulled a snake in the shape of an S out of the sand.