Mary’s Kids – Destroy 7″

Mary’s Kids are Mary Currie (ex-Mensen) and three boys and this is their debut release. No better way to make a mark, either, with three slices of wholesomely loud and melodic rock and roll. “Destroy” gets along on a catchy guitar line and Mary’s appealing vocal. If you’re Australian, think Gazoonga Attack with lotsa Ramones. If you’re not, buy it anyway. There’s a rare crunch in the guitars and Mary’s voice is exceptional. On the flip, “Lost” spotlights Ramblin’ Roy’s fine fretwork and “I’m Fed Up” isn’t quite in the same league but who cares, I wanna hear a full album. Maybe they can call it “Mary’s Kids Are Alright?”

4/5