Single Review: Need

Need is the latest single from Taranaki punk rockers Broke. 

It leaps straight out of the gate with snarling, anthemic punk attitude, a rolling and rollicking beat with guitars up to eleven. A powerful delivery from vocalist Aidan Rogers recalls a tale of a relationship rent asunder, only to be rebuilt after some time with the benefit of hindsight and perspective, a tale of letting go of contention and division in order to focus on what is truly important, finally bringing peace.

A well-structured song that doesn’t let up in the energy stakes, and has a strong sense of melody with a superbly complimentary and danceable rhythm. There are some fantastic vocal harmonies, suitably angry yet warmly delicious guitar tones, poundingly fat bass, and monstrous drums- all the elements for a good time. Broke have done a commendable job of capturing and producing this track themselves.

I’m strongly reminded of The Living End, which in my book is an excellent thing, I still thrash the daylights out of their early stuff. I hear a strong presence of that same type of high-intensity rockabilly style, so that gets me ready to put on my dancing shoes and crank it up loud.

Give this a nudge next time you Need a good high-volume blowout, it’s a hell of a good time. Nice work