Of Public Interest, the latest album by Raw Deals, is a hard-hitting collection of tracks that showcases the band's raw energy and punk sensibilities. From the opening chords of "Riot Act" to the closing notes of "No Hope," the album never lets up, delivering a relentless barrage of guitar riffs, pounding drums, and snarling vocals.
One of the standout tracks on the album is "Corporate Greed," a scathing critique of modern capitalism that features some of the band's most incendiary lyrics. "We won't be bought and sold," singer/guitarist Jake Smith declares, his voice dripping with anger and defiance.
Another highlight is "Broken Dreams," a more introspective track that shows the band's range and versatility. The song starts off slow and mournful, with Smith crooning over a mournful acoustic guitar, before building to a cathartic climax that's both powerful and emotionally resonant.