The Descent - Bob Mould
from the album Silver Age (2012) Once upon a time, I had some friends who were crazy about Husker Du. To them, the album Zen Arcade was the equivalent to Sgt. Pepper . I must confess that I did not understand why. Years later, I caught a Sugar concert at The Roxy in Atlanta with my neighbor Tony. That is when I finally got it. The energy and unpretentiousness that Bob Mould brought to the stage made an inveterate connection, unlocking inner frustration, and transforming it into a euphoric release. I probably dropped eight pounds dancing that night. I have never had such a strong reaction to a performance before or since. The Descent from Bob Mould's latest album, Silver Age , evokes the spirit of that night. I cannot listen to this song loud enough, or drive fast enough when I hear it on the highway. It is hard rock and roll at its finest. The ringing power chords, the full-tilt drumming, the pulsing bass guitar, and Bob Mould's "shouting in key" voca