There might be some irony in the band name considering their obsession with ‘70s glam rock, but Smash Fashion are from Los Angeles so maybe not. Speaking of the A side, “Junkie Luck” is mid-tempo metal-pop that takes a while to get going. It’s way more powerpop than punk, and metal-ly guitar overdubs abound. Not the worst cock rock thing I’ve heard this year (hey, it’s only January) but I can’t help but wait for a Steel Panther style chorus about hookers and money shots.
The flip is a Golden Earring B-side that slips into a nice feel and doesn’t deviate from there. Apart from the great drumming, frontman Roger Deering’s strong vocal delivers the payload on this one.
