PUP - Reservoir

PUP (abbreviation for Pathetic Use of Potential) is a Canadian punk rock band formed in Toronto, Ontario in 2010. Frenetic, diverse and horribly addictive, PUP make a hell of a noise. Technically they are punk rock but you’ll also hear straight up rock songs and punk pop. That’s one of the things which make PUP great, especially on the first listen when you’re not quite sure what might be next.

Their self-titled album came out in 2013 and it is a great debut. The one two punch of Guilt Trip and Reservoir really do hit you across the face. Reservoir is my favourite and really showcases PUPs strengths.

The vocals soar and growl all over this record but this is by no means a solo vocal effort. Gang vocals from all 4 members deliver a big punch to PUPs sound and this is where I think they’re at their best. Reservoir is a prime example of this being used to great effect. The main refrain ‘meet me at the reservoir’ is repeated in this song and is catchy as hell. I caught them supporting The Menzingers a couple of years back and this song went down a storm as you'd expect. Great track and great energy all round.