Formed from the ashes of Sao Paolo, Brazil punk legends Blind Pigs, the good ship Armada launched in 2017 with their initial releases sung in their native Portuguese and Tales Of Treason is their first album sung entirely in English. From the offset, as the album sets sail it’s clear you’re in for a good time and a fun journey as their sound is built around melodic punk rock that incorporates a big handful of Booze and Glory, a huge nautical, folky twist and touches of the Real McKenzies. They’re not reinventing the wheel but they have the right wind blowing their sails and Tales Of Treason is the perfect soundtrack to navigate life’s choppy waters and rough seas. Tom Chapman