MC5’s latest release, Heavy Lifting, marks their first album of new material in over 50 years, and it arrives under bittersweet circumstances. Founding member Wayne Kramer passed away shortly after completing the record, adding a sense of finality to this project, which also features contributions from original drummer Dennis Thompson and a host of guest musicians like Tom Morello and Slash. Known for pioneering the proto-punk sound, MC5 influenced countless rock acts over the decades, and Heavy Lifting serves as their swan song. But is it worth your time? Let’s dig into what the critics think.
