King Tuff Returns to Garage-Punk Roots

Kyle Thomas, known as King Tuff, has returned to his garage-punk origins with the release of his new album, MOO. This record marks a conscious return to the primal, fuzzed-out sound that defined his early work, injecting newfound personality and texture into the raw energy. Thomas sought to recapture the glorious noise of his earlier eight-track recordings.

Collaborating with close colleagues, including Ty Segall and Corey Rose, Thomas recorded MOO with a focus on sharp hooks and loud amps. However, the album transcends mere replication of his past. It introduces space and dimension to each track, giving them a distinct personality, drawing comparisons to glam and garage acts while also evoking artists like Tom Petty.