GPD26 : GERODOK / KERNA DIA

Band : GERODOK / KERNA DIA 

Title : split
Genre : Anarcho crust punk rock
Label : Nervhous Records & Greenpeacedistro 

Date release : June, 2017
Status : Available

Listen :

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsez1MQNn-6xOfy6hDV_tXG9OvRocst0X

Tracklist :

GERODOK - Bulan 8 Di Sandakan 
GERODOK - Hentikan 
GERODOK - Anak Malaysial 
GERODOK - Tekanan 
GERODOK - Lawan 
GERODOK - Hutan Bakar 
GERODOK - Sesama Kita 
KERNA DIA - Freedom 
KERNA DIA - Kami Lawan
KERNA DIA - Tamak 
KERNA DIA - Keegoan Kesombongan Penyindiran 
KERNA DIA - Hentikan Peperangan

Review :

History restored! Split between GERODOK / KERNA DIA was originally released in cd-r form around 2014 with Avail Records and GustixKatilxDistro. Perhaps on the basis of its classic and nostalgic nature, it was re-released in June 2017 in the pro-tape format of a joint venture of two renowned labels, Nervhous Records and Green Peace Distro. I like the relatively old-school and simple cover layout of the cassette but still interesting, plus the attraction of the leather illustration by Maminkfesto replaces the original artwork (skulls & bones) of the previous cd-r. Gerodok and Kerna Dia were both born in the same district of Lahad Datu and play a similar genre of Punk Rock; 3-chord-based melodic street-punk, although the composition is considered simple but still sounds delicious, fresh and easy to digest. Because He performed 5 songs on Side A. The band which consists of Nat (vocals), Mamat (guitar), Udin (second guitar), Ah Seng (bass) and Joy (drums) quite a lot reminds me of the legend of Oi! local i.e. ACAB. It's not as melodic as Gerodok, because he's a little hard and straight-forward according to my observation. One of Kerna Dia's contribution songs is a plated version of Freedom, the original song of the group Desecrate. Gerodok that fills Side B is actually a name that has its own prestige in the underground music scene in Sabah. This 4-piece consisting of P.E (vocals), Mat (guitar), Pyan (bass) and Tiyam (drums) is often picked as the first punk band from around there. Seven songs were performed by Gerodok in this split, including Bulan 8 Di Sandakan, a song that is very well known to many, became a whistle and great influence. Gerodok is a bit of their innate street-punk style skanky. Melody and harmony are entertaining, only Gerodok's sound is a bit raw compared to Kerna Dia. This Split Tape has given the opportunity to many new listeners (including myself). I believe this is among the best split releases that ever came out and circulated around the mid-2000s, spreading messages in the form of political and social criticism, issues of oppression and war, capitalism and so on. Ah, I have to tell you that Bulan 8 Di Sandakan is a love-themed song, manipulated by many parties but the real original is this one, a genuine version of Gerodok's creation.