Henry Fonda – Front Antinational

Berlin’s wrecking crew Henry Fonda is back with their second full-length, Front Antinational. It’s a record that embodies antifascist militancy at its core.

The album kicks off with the title track, featuring Hugues of Puzzle Records delivering a gruff Oi!-style verse in French before the song explodes into a full-throttle hardcore punk assault. From there, the record doesn’t let up.

With 16 tracks packed into just 15 minutes, Front Antinational sticks to the band’s winning formula of Spazz-style powerviolence fused with metallic riffs and stompy mosh parts. The adrenaline is palpable, and the band’s tight execution ensures that every second counts. Lyrically, the record pulls no punches. While antifascist themes take center stage, the songs also tackle personal struggles, “scene politics” (as heard on “Haha Hardcore” and “Caught in the Act”), and even an anti-hipster rant on “21 Instagramm”. The mix of English and German lyrics adds an extra layer of authenticity to their message, making the album feel as diverse as it is direct.

Known for their relentless energy and political convictions, Henry Fonda delivers another blistering release that’s as fast and furious as it is lyrically unapologetic. If you’re already a fan of their previous LP, Deutschland, du Täter, you’ll find Front Antinational to be a worthy follow-up. While it doesn’t break new ground for the band, it solidifies their position as one of Berlin’s most ferocious and politically charged acts. If you like your hardcore punk with speed and a no-holds-barred antifascist stance, this record is a must-have.