Frenchy and the Punk have been delivering consistently to the dark music scene for years and years, crafting cohesive and amazing soundscapes that blend perfectly post punk and new wave. So now that they’ve released a new single, “War On War”, it is definitely something to celebrate for fans of the genre. “War On War” won’t come as a big surprise to those already following the band. The post-punk foundation—largely shaped by renowned guitarist and composer Scott Helland—is raw, intense, and tightly structured, providing the perfect sonic ground for high-skilled vocalist, percussionist, keyboardist, and lyricist Samantha Stephenson to give a full-force performance that wins over listeners. The track stands as a powerful, high-energy protest song, bursting with explosive atmosphere, fitting production for the genre by William Faith, and emotion that seeps through every note. It is safe to say that with this new release, both the duo and the post-punk scene itself are set to receive strong feedback from music fans and music critics alike. With “War On War”, post punk meets new wave in a moment that proves these genres are still very much alive—and Frenchy and the Punk are clearly making confident and meaningful artistic strides forward. What a profound, masterful declaration through both lyrics and music!
♦ 8/10
Dimitris Zacharopoulos
