Don’t Turn Off The Lights is the latest full-length from Coral Springs, a melodic punk rock band from the Netherlands released on Lockjaw Records. What makes this album work is not just how well the band write hooks, but how they balance energy and emotion in a way that feels intentional rather than forced.
Across the record, you can hear influences from melodic punk and skate-punk traditions, but the band place a clear emphasis on songwriting and voice. With female lead vocals at the center, the songs carry both bite and clarity, letting emotional drive sit naturally alongside speed and aggression. Their sound blends the punch of punk with moments that are genuinely anthemic without feeling polished just for polish’s sake.
Tracks like “composure” itself open the album with a hook that lingers long after the first play. It sets the tone: bright, forward, and sharp, but with enough weight in the guitar and melody to keep it grounded.
“I Will Disappear” leans into pop-leaning melody while still moving quick. It balances emotional space with skate-punk drive, giving listeners something that feels both immediate and reflective.
“Spark of Hope” brings a slightly heavier edge, using dynamic shifts and strong rhythm to build momentum that doesn’t lose melody. The contrast between melody and urgency here keeps things interesting without drifting into overproduction.
Fans online have consistently pointed out how the vocal presence shapes the album. Instead of acting like another punk record chasing energy alone, Don’t Turn Off The Lights feels like it has a distinct voice — both literally and in its identity. The female lead vocal lines carry emotional nuance that sets the material apart from many melodic punk releases that lean purely on speed or nostalgia.
Listeners also note that the track sequencing keeps the momentum moving. The album doesn’t chase one emotional direction. It opens with hooks, shifts into punchier territory, and lets each tune take a slightly different angle without losing cohesion. That makes it feel like a unified record, not just a collection of singles strung together.
Sonically, the production sits in a clean space that doesn’t drain the songs of grit. The guitars have enough edge to cut, the rhythm section stays physical without overwhelming, and the vocals stay clear without feeling overproduced. It sounds modern but alive, like something recorded with attention to feel rather than trend.
This is a solid melodic punk album with depth. There’s energy, but it’s paired with voice and identity. There’s melody, but it never feels like shine over substance. The standout tracks like “Stuck” create moments that linger, and the emotional range across the set keeps it compelling from beginning to end.
Don’t Turn Off The Lights doesn’t try to be loud just to be loud. Instead, it’s melodic, powerful, and composed with the belief that strong songwriting still matters in punk rock.
