Since their inception back in ?97, Victims have been bridging the gap between hardcore punk/crust/d-beat and the rest of the metal world. Even for the most pedestrian of crust fans, Victims are undeniably one of the most accessible bands of this genre. While most metal fans may shy away from the pacier, more aggressive subgenres due to their political agenda and/or stinky fanbase, Victims offer out a welcoming hand of catchy hooks and a discography that isn?t overwhelmingly longer than your arm. Sirens is the Swedish four-piece?s sixth album in almost 20 years of existence, and this modest back catalogue of full lengths sits alongside two EPs and splits with Acursed, From Ashes Rise and Kylesa. The real life lyrical themes lend a darkened shadow to some of the more upbeat sounding songs, such as Errors and Questions, however, this will do little to impact upon the infectious fist pumping atmosphere that this record invokes and Sirens will no doubt sit well with its audience whether they?re long time veterans of the hardcore genre or just having their first taste of what hardcore punk sits like. An easy going and accessible d-beat jaunt, but one that will grab you by the balls regardless.