Artwork by Randy Timmy and Alyssa Liecht
In May of this year, Cedar Falls, IA rockers Hex Girls put out their first release since their 2018 debut album More of That with the single "Cats With No Teeth (Catch No Mice)." The quartet is currently working toward their sophomore record. Back in September, Hex Girls released a music video for the single.
"Cats With No Teeth (Catch No Mice)" showcases the Hex Girls' love for the grimier side of glam rock that was prominent in the 70s. Disco drumbeats and raucous horns offset the track's darker tone as the band turns their pop sensibilities upside down. The track's central figure feels more like Patrick Bateman strutting along to "Hip to be Square" than a faceless killer looming in the bushes somewhere off in the shadows. While you probably shouldn't kill people, Hex Girls make sure to spend the chorus affirming that sometimes you got to indulge in a little vice if it means they get what they deserve.
The accompanying music video plays into what you could expect from the protopunk quintet. It feels like a cult horror film or some kind of snuff film with the grainy feel of a well worn VHS. It starts with the Hex Girls playing in a seedy bar before the van loads up a band full of bodies and engages in cult activities. The video is at times incredibly off-putting; however, the song's catchy pop hooks dull the edges enough to keep you around.
Both the track and music video for "Cats With No Teeth (Catch No Mice)" is out now. You can listen to the single down below.
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