Supreme Commander have been lurking around the DC/Maryland hardcore and punk rock scene for a number of years now. Comprised of members from various local bands in the past, they've kept up a reputation as one of the most well respected best kept secrets in the area. Now six years after their first release and five since their last, Supreme Commander are back with their debut full length Paper Tigers.
Their sound hasn't changed much since their split with Two Man Advantage or their EP on A389 Records, but the improvement in quality is significant. I was a fan of the band before getting my hands on this, but my interest in them has multiplied from the opening moments of "More Than You Can Chew". Supreme Commander take the simplistic sound of 80's hardcore and make it sound modern and energetic. Imagine original Dag Nasty with Shawn Brown playing in 2012. The band keeps the record melodic without sounding like a batch of whiny douche-bags and without losing any of their edge. Lyrically, Boo Dixon has quite the range on topics from personal relationships to frat boys, which reminds me of an updated version of Feeble's "Hippe Song".
Most importantly, this record is catchy. The music has plenty of hooks and the choruses are memorable. It makes me excited to see these guys live again once everyone gets their hands on this record.
Usually I have a hard time giving comparisons, but these guys sound right along the lines with a lot of my favorite bands that I hear a lot of similarities. Try Wisdom In Chains without their heavier side, Epitaph-era Agnostic Front mashed up with Good Riddance, most importantly just try listening to it. I'd love to see this be the record that gets Supreme Commander some much deserved attention. Check the bands Stereokiller page, the whole album should be up for a free stream shortly.
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