Inca Babies – Ghost Mechanic 9

The Inca Babies, a band based in the raw brightness of Manchester’s 1980s music scene, provide an exciting revival of post-punk energy with their track Ghost Mechanic 9. Beginning with a steady, hypnotic beat and banging bass lines, the song creates a dark atmosphere nostalgic of their early years. The rough, streetwise punk vocals provide a real edge to the band’s retro sound. At 1:10, the tempo picks up, combining post-punk rhythm with garage rock’s restless energy. The song draws inspiration from The Stooges, combining fuzzy, distorted guitar chords with a raw color that feels both nostalgic. This dynamic interaction might easily be heard in modern bands like Idles, which survive on analogous punk-driven rhythms. Despite its spooky title, Ghost Mechanic 9 is far from dead. It exorcises the demons of sluggish music with a powerful dose of no-frills rock ‘n’ roll.