Blend Inn - Hockey Dad - LP - Brand New Vinyl (Arrives in 20days)

BLEND INN finds Hockey Dad—Zach Stephenson and Billy Fleming—channeling the restless energy of their Australian surf town roots into a record that brims with infectious hooks and gritty sincerity. Released in 2018, this sophomore album pulses with the urgency of youth: the guitars are sharp, the drums unrelenting, and the vocals carry a blend of yearning and swagger that’s impossible to fake. Recorded in Seattle’s legendary Robert Lang Studios, BLEND INN is both a nod to 1990s alt-rock and a testament to the duo’s knack for melody and punch. Far from being just another garage rock revival, this album stands out for its emotional directness—tracks like "Join the Club" and "Homely Feeling" capture the tension between longing for escape and the comfort of home. The production is crisp yet unvarnished, giving each song a lived-in quality that resonates with listeners who crave authenticity. BLEND INN is more than an energetic soundtrack for sunlit drives; it’s a coming-of-age document, full of restless spirit and hard-earned optimism. Essential listening for anyone who values honest songwriting wrapped in electrifying sound.