Gang Called Speed is the debut extended play (EP) by Australian hardcore punk band Speed, released on 24 June 2022. It debuted and peaked at number 5 on the ARIA Charts.
In an interview with "NME" Jem Siow said "Even though this is our first EP, [we're] sort of approaching it almost like a debut album. That's why it's called "Gang Called Speed" – this is the identity of the band. This is what we're all about. This is Australian hardcore."
Critical reception.
Adam Yoe from "No Echo" called the EP "one of the year's finest records" and called the vocals "the real highwater mark".
"Metal Noise" said "The six songs on the EP are centered around recognising who you are in this world, taking ownership of that identity and not letting anyone tell you otherwise, a message that hits home like being broadsided by a truck".
Ellis Heasley from "Distorted Sound" said "the emphasis here seems to be on more bouncy riff parts and slower crushing beatdowns than the more out and out thrashing side of hardcore". Healsey also noted "the focus here is very much on promoting diversity, inclusion and taking ownership of one's identity".
Ryan O'Connor from "New Noise Magazine" said "The band have brought their own brand of fury to the table with intricate grooves and mosh-ready anthems."
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