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The emergence of a new band on the scene is always exciting. And when that band brings something fresh and fun to the mix \u2013 it\u2019s even better. That\u2019s what Jozi punk rock outfit Worms have managed to do with their debut EP. Legless and Grubby<\/em> is a project that epitomises modern punk: cheeky, sharp, and memorable.<\/p>\n Clocking in at just under six minutes, the EP is brief, but Worms\u2019 witty lyricism and gritty delivery leave you both satisfied and hungry for more. The most striking part of the project is how Worms have managed to happen upon what\u00a0 I\u2019ll call the \u201cOutkast effect\u201d. Much like the rap duo\u2019s iconic 2000s single \u201cHey Ya,\u201d Legless and Grubby<\/em> plays the fine line between joy and destruction. The music is upbeat and euphoric, but the lyrics contradict that vibe entirely. The band explains: \u201cHappy riffs with negative lyrics seemed to flow naturally.\u201d<\/p>\n Highlights include \u201cBother You,\u201d a track that\u00a0 features\u00a0John Wayne Gacy quotes turned into something oddly liberating, and \u201cWormthem (worm anthem),\u201d a nice nod to Oi! punk. It\u2019s basically our inevitable demise set to an infectious riff, reminding us that in the end, it all goes to the\u00a0 worms. Legless and Grubby<\/em> is a solid debut that\u2019s punchy and to the point.\u00a0<\/p>\n This punk project is for anyone who\u2019s had to pick themselves up after life got tough. The blend of macabre and silly results in an impactful and sophisticated project. Worms have our attention and we can\u2019t wait to see what else they have in store.<\/p>\n