Plezzure — Plezzure

Composed of six tracks spanning fifteen minutes, one can see right from the jump that these are going to be quick, efficient punk tracks with no time for dawdling. Opening with quiet, crispy noise, the bass in "Hydr@" pops to the front, ushering the listener into the start of Plezzure. Somewhat rapped, somewhat shouted, the vocals begin and set the scene before the electro heavy industrial pours forth. Somewhere between NIN and older DHC records, "Hydr@" finishes shortly after it picks up steam, with the bass booms of "FTS" quickly filling the void. A bit more in the electronic realm than the previous track, one could easily see crowds bouncing along and dancing to this fun little number. Americans, especially those in East LA, should feel very strongly about the subject matter of "Death 2 La Migra." Feeling a bit more like an early 90's industrial dancefloor hit, the chants are unmistakable in their message, and the slower, almost hypnotic pace helps to reinforce this statement and call to action. "Intermission" is exactly that, leading into "$nake," a lighter textured electronic jam that has its share of breakbeats bringing the frenzy juxtaposed with the calmer, house synth lines. Dark and slow (comparatively), "Vampire" brings Plezzure to its conclusion, smoothly and seductively. The catchiest track on the EP, one can't help but get drawn into its deep and enigmatic bass synth. Although "Vampire" is probably the most traditional song on the release, it fits very well with the fun and frantic action of the previous tracks.

 

Short but sweet, Plezzure's Plezzure showcases this young act and their brash brand of electropunk activism. Not sticking to one sound or motif, the duo keep each song fresh and fun but all while delivering a serious message, as good punk is wont to do. Quick and repeatable, Plezzure is a great taste of what this duo has to offer and hopefully more will be hitting our ears sooner rather than later.