tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20959478023943352602024-03-13T04:50:06.295+00:00Plymouth Rock SceneA blog devoted to Rock Music, especially focusing on Plymouth. Expect News, Reviews and Random Posts.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.comBlogger101125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-25026312557149071082015-10-19T13:11:00.003+01:002015-10-20T08:31:25.551+01:00Review of Speaking In Shadows - The Anchor - Released 19th October 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The spookily named Speaking in Shadows are an alt rock 5 piece from Nuneaton. The band is formed of <span style="line-height: 15.3333px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Adam Smith (Vocals), </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 15.3333px;">Ali Carvell (Guitar), </span><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 15.3333px;">Lewis Sketchley (Guitar) </span><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 15.3333px;">Sam Powell (Bass) and </span><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 15.3333px;">Grant Sketchley (Drums)</span><br />
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At 6 songs long it is more of a mini album than an EP and up first is "Capsized" a beast of track with Adam's vocals commanding the listeners attention backed with crunchy riffs and thudding drums. Musically the band don't break new ground but they do the post hardcore formula to perfection.<br />
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Highlights of the album include the sub three minute fast paced "Bite" and the brilliant "And Grit" which starts with stomping beat, palm muted guitars and silky smooth vocals reminiscent of Harry Radford(Yashin); Exactly 30 seconds into "And Grit" the band unleash the beefiest guitar riff with an amazing tone that any guitarist would crave.<br />
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The album ends on "Easy For You" which is a straight down the middle track with some good guitar work which keeps it interesting. A must for fans of Funeral for a Friend, Deaf Havana and Mallory Knox.<br />
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The EP is released today go grab yourself a copy <a href="https://www.facebook.com/speakinginshadows">Here</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-65442469700706091602015-09-23T13:43:00.001+01:002015-09-23T13:59:50.959+01:00Review of Fenrir - The Rise (EP) - Released on the 21st September 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The cryptically named Fenrir are an alt rock 5 piece from Ipswich a town not well known for bands.<br />
The band is formed of Ben Slater (Vocals), Mike Cockayne (Guitar/Vocals), Krishan Alwis (Guitar),Lewis Rudkin (Bass) and Ben Brennan (Drums)<br />
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The Rise(EP) is kicked off with wonderfully titled "Tell my wife I said "Hello"" and it is obvious that the band know how to find a hook and work it the song is positively anthemic. Musically its fat riffage interspersed with weaving melodic guitar parts and prominent bass line. The band continue the formula with “Bones” a short but sweet song; “Hurt Hands” has a more indie feel to it and an interesting chanted lyrics.<br />
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The EP takes a break for the interlude titled "Einn" just over a minutes worth of pure acoustic guitar bliss. After the break the band are on it again with "Smoke Signals" which has the feel of a Lower Than Atlantis track.<br />
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The album ends on "Victory Rose II" which starts slowly as an acoustic ballad before exploding in a wall of noise for the chorus. This is a diverse and mature release from the band who are clearly crafting their take on the British Alt Rock sound. A must for fans of You Me At Six, Lower Than Atlantis and Mallory Knox.<br />
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“Shadow Poet” starts with a simple guitar line before more
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The EP kicks off with "Glass Heart" with lead singer Andy leading the track front and centre backed by chunky fuzzed guitar riffs reminiscent of Mallory Knox track. The EP keeps up the pace with "Where I Belong" which has a darker guitar tone and a Fall Out Boy / New Found Glory punk pop feel with a soaring chorus and abundant energy.</div>
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The band have a pleasing sound that is engaging and somehow familiar as if you have heard the songs before (and you want to hear them again). Songs like the slow burn "Lost In The Dark" and the rousing "Time is Against Us" are sure to be live favorites showing the band can shift dynamics to keep the listener interested.</div>
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The Sun Explodes are a Progressive Metal band from Carlisle formed of Dave Maclachlan(Vocals), Jamie Harris (Drums), Alex Adamson (Guitar), Mike Walker (Bass) and Alex Harris (Guitar).<br />
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The first track “The Calm” starts with a haunting delay ladened guitar work before lead singer Dave Maclachan's smooth vocals kick in, the track explodes with stabbing guitar riffs contrasting with the calm of the opening; the opener morphs into “The Unatural” which continues the light and dark formula coasting on a wave of floating vocals before the band steps on the gas with guitar led mayhem.<br />
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The band are consistently engaging whether it be the QOTSA stomp of “The Grand Design” or the straight ahead rocker “I Walk Alone” which features the catchiest hook of the records.<br />
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The EP ends on “Storm of Light” with Dave’s vocals gliding over a piano led atmospheric landscape before the song peaks with full on driving riffage before ending on the serene piano and vocals. The album is veritable banquet of riffs, interesting vocals, harmonies and different sonic texture. <br />
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This EP would appeal to fans of Queens Of The Stone Age, Thrice, The Mars Volta, Queens of The Stone Age and Tool.<br />
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Interested check out their facebook site <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thesunexplodes/timeline">here</a><br />
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Annisokay are 5 piece post hardcore band from Halle, Germany who were the main support for Fearless Vampire Killers on their tour of England. After a quite trippy drum and bass style intro the band hit the stage with their first song “Monstercrazy”. <br />
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The first thing noticeable about the band is the immense presence that is singer Dave Grunewald (pictured left) who towers like a monolith over the audience barking out shouted vocals like he is possessed. Although hailing from Germany the band perform songs in fluent English although you would not know they were not native English speakers.<br />
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Musically the band pumped out big chugging riffs weaving round intricate melodies with pounding drums like a well-oiled machine. What provided the heart to the performance was Christoph Wieczorek's (pictured right) silky smooth clean vocals providing the perfect counterpoint to Dave’s powerful guttural barks.<br />
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The heaviest track of the set was “Fame” which was hypnotic and reminiscent of something by Slipknot. Further highlights were the extremely catchy anthemic “Day to Day Tragedy” and “Wasted & Useful” which had the audience at full sway.The set ended with “Sky” which had incredibly hook leaving the audience wanting more.<br />
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Annisokay put on an exciting energetic performance which warmed the audience up for the main act showing that Germany have more to contribute to the hard rock scene than Rammstein and Scorpions. This band is must for fans of Bury Tomorrow, We Came As Romans and Atreyu.<br />
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Find out more about the band on their Facebook page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/annisokay/timeline">here</a><br />
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The band have now revisited the album and released a Deluxe Edition including 4 new tracks, we believe that it should be listed as the "Complete Edition" as the tracks expand the album rather than the usual b-sides tacked on the end, such as normally the case.<br />
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The first of the new tracks "Delirium" should be released as a single alone with soaring vocals which float over a bed of pummeling riffs in sync with machine gun drumming;"The Void" is a heavy affair with vocals alternating between full bore roar and melodic singing keeping the listener on their toes. This is perfect song for a rock crowd to get moshing; "Fractured" turns everything up further notch with glitchy riffs and an awesome bassline.<br />
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Kill The Ideal are an Alternative rock band from Boston, Lincolnshire consisting of Ash (Guitar/Lead Vocals), Ross (Guitar/Backing Vocals), Luke (Bass Guitar/Backing Vocals) and Jordan (Drums/Backing Vocals).<br />
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The EP kicks off with the lead track "Heritage" with a wall of fuzzed out guitar noise before the ocean sized riff kicks in followed by Ash's soulful crooning.<br />
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Demons of Old Metal hail from Torbay and were forged from the fires of hell in 2010 the band consists of Tombstone Cowboy (vocals, guitar), Babyface Stephens (bass), Psycho Wing (guitar), Dr Doom (Drum) and Digital Death(back up vocals, actions and loops), Although we have our doubts that the band were born with these names.</div>
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The band kept the interaction with the crowd throughout the performance making sure everyone was enjoying the set. Highlights were "100 Year Crime Spree" a Metallica inspired anthem with a pounding beat and the Machine Head inspired "Psycho Wing" which was the heaviest song they played this night.</div>
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The band proved a perfect antidote to the po-faced metalcore bands who take themselves way to seriously that they even believe their inept screaming and generic riffs are art. They effortlessly combined catchy songs with some big riffs and including some amazing guitar technique especially the two handed tapping solos. Definitely a great band to see if you want to hear good music and have a fun night out.</div>
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It was brave move by Alex Dumbiotis (vocals, rhythm guitar) and Oli White (lead guitar) leaving local twin guitar blues band, Six Shooter to form Embers of Eden; which with its downtuned guitars and metal sensibilities is on a whole different musical spectrum to their previous band. Completed by talented bassist Matt Avery and drummer Chris Harding the band are a force to be reckoned with.<br />
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This has already been a big year for Embers of Eden with the release of their new EP and an album on the way, their performance tonight contributes further to their reputation as one of the most talented and ambition female fronted rock band in the UK.<br />
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One major thing sets apart this band from other bands in the genre is catchy hooks without comprising the raw heaviness and musicianship. The band were versatile enough to make the best out of the raw gritty surroundings of the Tiki Bar ;a venue so authentic it lives and breathes rock, the kind of venue you would find underground in Seattle in the 90s. Because of the mix, lead singer, Alex's vocal occasionally got buried under the dual guitar attack but she came out fighting, singing every word with passion despite barely being able to hear herself think let alone sing.<br />
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The band showcased tracks from their new EP including "Decay", "Let Us Burn" and their catchiest track "Pull Me Under", they also played one new track "Survival" which had a Flyleaf kind of feel to it before ending with an epic breakdown.<br />
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7WIwQ21Hozg/VPWz4FviLyI/AAAAAAAAAeU/xneur1lUiys/s1600/lead1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7WIwQ21Hozg/VPWz4FviLyI/AAAAAAAAAeU/xneur1lUiys/s1600/lead1.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a>Lead guitarist, Oli (pictured left), was his usual shy retiring self showboating his amazing guitar playing skills while standing above the crowd; bassist Matt (pictured below), showed that he can contribute to the melody line as well as providing the ground shaking low end.<br />
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The set ended on "Rise" a heavy track which got the crowd amped up for the rest of the evening ahead.<br />
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Hopefully we will be seeing more headlining gigs from the Plymouth four piece and the success they deserve.<br />
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Check out their Facebook page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/EmbersofEdenOfficial" target="_blank">here</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-40599745202027298202015-01-22T13:42:00.001+00:002015-01-22T14:01:11.382+00:00Review of "Eyes For The Blind (EP)" by North Seasons Released 21st January 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The video for their lead single, “Silhouettes” has been tearing up Scuzz TV after its release via Kerrang.com a few months back. The EP was released on the 21st January 2015 therefore is available right now for your delectation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The EP start off with an ominous broody atmospheric introduction before seguing into “Silhouettes” with its bouncy metal riffs, mixing brutal shouted vocals and catchy clean sung chorus. The production is quite sparse giving the instruments room to breathe, although you would never guess the album was recorded in a bedroom and not a studio.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-74078975616829239192014-11-12T13:05:00.003+00:002014-11-13T10:21:26.845+00:00 Review of "Renaissance (EP)" by Antoinette Released 24th November 2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Antoinette are a South West metalcore band formed of Benjamin Jones(Vocals), Joe Duxberry (Guitar & Vocals), Andrew Wilson (Guitar), Sam Sara (Bass) and Thomas Shrimpton (Drums). This is review of their second EP Renaissance.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The EP start with a comic telephone message on track "<span style="line-height: 115%;">0.0.0.0" before "Machines (ft Justin Hill)" grabs the </span><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">listener</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> by the throat with sledgehammer metal riffs, cookie monster vocals and a clean sung hook that ties the song together. "Machines" features the vocals of the extremely talented Justin Hill of Sixth which adds another dimension to the song.</span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 115%;">The band have built on the foundations of their first EP showing tighter song craft and catchier hooks.</span>The album ends on "Avalanche" which keeps up the relentless heaviness of the EP right to the end leaving listener wanting more. This EP is a must for those who like Devils Wear Prada, Bury Tomorrow and Alexisonfire.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-77609196897519352272014-11-05T13:09:00.002+00:002014-11-18T10:38:45.251+00:00Review of "Journeys" by Lancaster Released 17th November 2014 <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lancaster are an alternative rock band from Spain and consist of Anth Alonso (Vocals), Rubén Gómez (Guitar), Nacho Larraza (Guitar), Adru García (Bass) and Miguel Vera (Drums) . This is a review of their album Journeys.<br />
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Journeys kicks off with "Die Young" with a swirling guitar riff before a wall of fuzzed guitars and Anth's vocals kick in. Anth (who sings in English) has a distinctive phrasing style and singing voice which really works soaring over the top of the layers of guitar work.<br />
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Songs like "Bridges" with its catchy chorus and the short but dance-able "Deadly Sins" solidify this as a consistently enjoyable record. The album takes a breather for the beautiful poignant acoustic guitar instrumental interlude "Hallelujah".<br />
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The second half the album is more relaxed with songs like electronic backed "The Beast In Me" and the orchestral flourished "Thorns" showing the band understand dynamics and keep the album interesting engaging listen.<br />
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The band reach full power of the overdriven "Young Blood(Take Me Higher)" with its massive bass line and rock and roll guitars. The album ends on "Love Is A War We Have Lost" an echo drenched song with simple but effective guitars; the track is reminiscent of Incubus at their most melodic.<br />
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This is a captivating, often exhilarating puzzle of an album with big powerful guitars, great atmospheric instrumentation and lead singers Anth brilliant vocals. Recommended for fans of Incubus, Thrice, 30 Seconds To Mars and Mallory Knox.<br />
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The album is release on 17th November 2014Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-69626863971374311512014-10-20T14:03:00.001+01:002014-11-06T12:45:20.882+00:00Review of "Tex-Mexiconomy (EP)" by We Are Carnivores Released 10th November 2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We Are Carnivores are a Post-Hardcore band from Hull consisting of Harry Christopher (Vocals, Guitar), James Pickersgill (Guitar, Vocals), Beu Smith (Drums) and Alex Gower (Bass, Vocals). This is a review of their quirky titled EP Tex-Mexiconomy. The band is currently touring and played The Underground, Plymouth on Sunday 19th.<br />
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The EP kicks off with "Checkout Girl" with its sneering vocals, indie meets punk flavoured guitars. "Quick Questions Can't Stay Long" show the band are not afraid of dissonant chords to create a jarring feeling in the intro. The album has its own energy which keeps the listener guessing what will come next.<br />
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The highlight of the album is the catchy "T.O.W.I.C.S" with its straightforward pop punk vibe with lyrics referencing selfies, Made in Chelsea, hashtag and Jordie Shore. Lead singer Harry spits his lyrics with rapid fire venom and distaste for the subject matter combined by the relentless pace of the track mean this is sure to be a live favourite.<br />
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"Iron Me" is a heartfelt disconcerting acoustic which explodes into a wall of guitar noise and feedback at the climax. The EP ends on politically charged "Are We Allowed To Just Live?" which which uses contrasting melodic phrases with discordant nirvana-esque breaks to great effect.<br />
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The EP is veritable banquet of politically charged lyrics, quirky humour,half sung / spoken / shouted vocals, quick fire riffs, big hooks, punk attitude and a keen sense of melody. For fans of Don Broco, The JCQ, Reuben, Mallory Knox and Lower Than Atlantis.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-25950282940501244722014-10-15T14:02:00.002+01:002014-10-15T16:35:39.256+01:00Review of "The Hunter, The Gatherer" by Arizona Released 20th October 2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Arizona are a metalcore band from Essex formed in 2011 consisting of Jacob Scroggs-Parris (Vocals), George Southernwood (Drums), Brad Laurence (Guitar), Benjamin Wyckes(Guitar) and Jordan Swan (Bass). The band release "The Hunter, The Gatherer" on 20th October 2014.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The Hunted is a take no prisoners romp through a riff strewn landscape, complete with machine gun drumming, thumping bass and half screamed/ half shouted vocals. The EP would appeal to fans of Bury Tomorrow, early Spineshank, Hatebreed and Chimaira.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-34781390079540978102014-09-29T13:59:00.002+01:002014-09-29T14:02:01.280+01:00Review of "Faultlines" by Road To Horizon Released 20th October 2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Road To Horizon are a five piece post hardcore band hailing from the depths of Yorkshire consisting of Ben Flockton(Vocal), Chris McIntosh (Guitar/Vocals), Benji Wilson (Guitars), Oli Parkinson (Bass) and Sie Gordon(Drums).<br />
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The album artwork for "Faultlines" has a passing resemblance to Bury Tomorrow's latest album "Runes" and from the start of the title track the similarities continue; the band play a similar post hardcore blend of crunchy guitars, blastbeat drumming with mix of unclean and clean vocals. What sets the band apart from the more metalcore Bury Tomorrow is their keen sense of melody which runs through their songs.<br />
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Up next is "Tonight Is Our Night" which has a Yashin feel to the track, Ben's vocals leaning further towards melodic singing and a catchy soaring guitar lead;"Victimised" is as heavy as sledgehammer from start to finish, reminiscent of ADTR's heavier efforts with dual attack vocals.<br />
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Faultlines ends on the track "Sirens" which keeps up the frantic pace of the EP having a sense of urgency that pulls the listener through.The track features a more Godsmack-esque riff and lyrics that you will be singing long after the songs ends.<br />
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This EP is full of vibrant songs packed with big riffs, memorable hooks and strong vocals to keep even the most jaded post hardcore / metalcore fan happy. Recommended for fans of Yashin, Funeral For A Friend, A Day To Remember and Bury Tomorrow.<br />
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The is release on the 20th October 2014 and is available <a href="http://here/">here</a><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-78395950857581562122014-09-15T13:43:00.000+01:002014-09-15T13:43:03.000+01:00Review of "Confessions" by Ocasan Released 22nd September 2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ocasan have been together for over a decade relentlessly touring spreading their own brand of pop rock. The band consists of Nick Burns (vocals), Luke Mcdonnell (Drums) and Nathan Naidoo (Bass). "Confessions" marks the end of a trilogy of EPs forming an album titled "Elixir".<br />
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The EP kicks off with title track "Confessions" which lyrically is told from the point of view of a wealthy woman has been seduced by the caretaker of her home (bit weird); Musically its Mallory Knox-esque pop rock with chugging riffs, melodic vocals with driving drums and a big bass-line.<br />
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The second tracks is "Dark Cloud" a multi-layered track with heavier riffing in verses which relents for a soaring chorus. Nick's vocals shine through the dense mix making this track the standout track on the EP. "Invincible" builds on the formula of the album but packs in more riffs, more drums and a tighter bass line.<br />
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The EP ends on "Parasite" with its You Me At Six rock stomp and cabaret style backing vocals. The hooky guitar work adds to the fun of the track and Nick's vocals take on an almost punky edge.<br />
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This short but sweet EP is packed full of big hooks, catchy quirky songs, which may appeal to fans of Mallory Knox, Fall Out Boy and Panic! At the Disco.<br />
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"Confessions" is released on 21st September 2014 and will be available <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/gb/artist/ocasan/id367788834">here</a> where you can also buy the bands two previous EPs<br />
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Embers of Eden are a Plymouth based female fronted hard rock band formed by two ex-members of Carnival of Crows:- Alex Dumbiotis (Vocals ,Guitar) and Oli White (Guitar); they are joined by Matt Avery (bass) and Chris Harding(drums).<br />
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The set kicked off with "Let Us Burn", lead singer, Alex's voice sounding stronger than ever with Oli's intricate guitar work served over a beefy bass line provide by Matt. The band have a unique style which borrows from bands such as Sevendust, Halestorm, Bullet for My Valentine and Avenged Sevenfold to create a sound of their own.<br />
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For the second song of the set "Pull Me Under", Alex had picked up her guitar providing a bed of heavy chugging riffs to counterpoint Oli's complex guitar parts.The song featured the catchiest chorus of the set; "If my time runs out don't you be the one to pull me under." which is guaranteed to go round your head for days.<br />
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The award for most complex guitar work goes to "Bleed" with Oli's crazy mesmerising fret hopping antics leading to an epic breakdown before settling in to a groove with all band members locked in together. Special mention goes to drummer Chris for some quick fire machine gun drumming propelling the song.<br />
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The set ended on "Decay" starting with a slow atmospheric introduction before seguing into a full on aural assault, the band bludgeoning the listener with pounding drums and massive riffs right to the end. The shouts of "one more song" rang out, only to be denied by a less than rock and roll punctuality obsessed sound man. Embers of Eden came, played and conquered the Hub.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-88646889597536986162014-06-23T13:45:00.002+01:002014-06-23T14:04:04.301+01:00Review of "Trial Period" by 5/5.8 (single)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Trial Period (8.5/10) is the first single off a forthcoming EP (and hopefully
album). Having heard the band live we singled out “Trial Period “ as a highlight
of their short set and here it is in studio recorded form (well almost - released on the 26<sup style="font-family: inherit;">th</sup>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The track kicks off with a wall of metalcore-esque riffing
before being joined by lead singers, Luke’s melodic grunge tinged vocals making for a heavy but accessible
listen. The song has everything crunchy metallic guitars, insistent drumming,
gang backing vocals, catchy lyrics (yeah this one is going to be stuck in your head for
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It is clear that a lot of work has gone in
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and if the young band can keep the same quality for 4/5 tracks this upcoming release
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Liskeard based <strong>Cousin Buzz(7/10)</strong> launched straight in to a Red Hot </span>Chili<span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span>Pepper<span style="font-family: inherit;"> inspired number "Travan-core Cochin" which featured interesting guitar work, Kiedis-esque vocals and funky slap bass. As the set progressed the sound of the band morphed in to more grunge inspired songs but retained the funky basslines. The majority of the songs played were off their new EP which is released on the 12th June 2014. The band ended on the curiously named "Nigel Playton" with the song threatening to descend in to chaos before being </span>reined in to original groove. Definitely an interesting and entertaining band to catch live.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Up next were Plymouth locals, <strong>Last One Out (7/10)</strong> who had taken the support slot the very same day. The band play post hardcore rock similar to Funeral For A Friend circa 2005 with chugging guitars, clean sung vocals and some technical guitar work. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">They played mainly songs from their new EP "Ten Years Too Late" which was actually recorded in the White Rabbit. The highlight of the set was "There's Always One" with a memorable melodic verse, gang vocals, shredding guitars and tight drumming.The set was enjoyable but sometimes the vocals got lost in a wall of guitars noise, but that was not the bands fault. The band had a great sense of humour suggesting that the audience could purchase their album even if was just to burn it. The set ended on the new EP's title track showcasing the bands solid song wirting skills and technical profficiency. Overall if you long for fresh new music in a similar vein as Story Of The Year or Funeral For A Friend then pick up their EP "Ten Years Too Late"or see them live.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Even before the band started playing the first thing that was noticeable about <strong>Natives (9/10)</strong> was they did not use any </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">physical amps as their instruments were directly inputted to the PA system and the band used in-ear monitors leading to the </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">quietest sound check. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The band kick off their set with "Big Plans" and it was clear the band had the sound balance perfect with the crowd being </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">able clearly hear every instrument and Jim Thomas' outstanding vocals. </span>The band play indie rock /punk pop tunes with bright shiny guitar work, bouncy funk infused bass lines, interesting percussion and silky smooth vocals. The second song of the evening was the<span style="font-family: inherit;"> stand out single "Can't Say No" which had a Paramore feel to it with a </span>dance-able<span style="font-family: inherit;"> beat, repeated string </span>bending<span style="font-family: inherit;"> lead riff and another epic </span>chorus<span style="font-family: inherit;">. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The highlight of the set was a rousing rendition of "Stand For Something" which </span>incidentally<span style="font-family: inherit;"> was the only song not off their current album. The song's chorus of "I'm gonna let the light in, I wanna stand for something, it feels good, when you know </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">why you're alive." is one of the most catchy and uplifting choruses ever committed to records. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The band consistently shined with songs like the soaring "Going In Alone"; the echo </span>laden<span style="font-family: inherit;"> "Let Go" and the highly polished "The </span>Island<span style="font-family: inherit;">" showing the </span>band<span style="font-family: inherit;"> can write consistent big hooks and huge choruses.The final song of the set was "For Everything" which is also last song on their album featuring heavier guitar work and lyrically more reflective themes. The band ended on an drum session with most band members taking to percussion. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">In a live setting the bands perfectly blended indie / punk pop was heavier than on record which hopefully will find it </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">way on to later albums. This is a band that you need to see live before everyone catches on how good they are. Pop punk, i</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">ndie and rock fans of Plymouth you missed an amazing young band who played and sang flawlessly.</span><br />
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Natives album "Indoor War" is availiable now from Itunes <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/indoor-war/id822589884">https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/indoor-war/id822589884</a><br />
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Last One Out's EP "Ten Years Too Late is availiable here -<a href="http://lastoneoutuk.bigcartel.com/product/tenyearstoolate-ep">http://lastoneoutuk.bigcartel.com/product/tenyearstoolate-ep</a><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-16353277078959941442014-06-03T08:53:00.002+01:002014-06-03T08:58:07.562+01:00Preview - Natives - UK Tour incl White Rabbit, Plymouth 3rd June 2014<br />
Natives are a rock band from the New Forest Hampshire who are are currently on tour now and appearing at the White Rabbit on the 3rd June 2014 and The Cavern, Exeter on the 5th June 2014.<br />
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The band are touring in support of their 2014 release 'Indoor War' which is recommended for fans of Jimmy Eat Word, Mallory Knox and Blitz Kids.<br />
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Check Out their insanely catch track "Can't Say No" :-<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-71456098057316917762014-05-13T16:31:00.002+01:002014-05-14T09:09:05.903+01:00Review of "Enter The Lexicon" by Enter The Lexicon<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Enter the Lexicon (8/10) are a three piece hard rock band from Newcastle and consist of Mykl Barton (Guitar & Vocals), Ben Hardy (Drums) and Danny Pitson (Bass & Backing Vocals). Their latest EP is self titled.<br />
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The EP starts with a short burst of controlled feedback at the start of "Do You Feel The Same" ; massive riffs, meaty bass lines and stomping drums are the order of the day. Mykl's vocals simmer and seethe before he finally lets loose on the soaring chorus.<br />
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Comparison to Nirvana are inevitable but Mykl's voice is unique and he does not try to mimic Kurt's vocal stylings like other singers do in the same genre; bass player Danny has a strong distorted bass tone, which fills out the sound in much the same way that Krist Novaselic's bass playing did for Nirvana.<br />
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Up next is "I Am Not You" which has a rock and roll swagger with both clean and shouted vocals and fast paced driving riffs. The sound is reminiscent of nu-grunge band, Seether with choice use of language during the chorus.<br />
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The band throw a curved ball on the Kings of Leon-esque "Full Moon" which replaces the grunge soaked guitars with alternative rock melodic sensibilities. The chorus of "I could be wrong or I could be right, I could go down or I could fight". has a catchy familiar quality, which will have you humming long after the EP has ended.<br />
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The EP ends on the cryptically titled "Enantiodromia" with its echo drenched vocals and insistent riffing; the whole track is stripped to bass, vocals and drums before Mykl's guitar hits overdrive along with some very effective call and refrain vocals.<br />
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The band have a refreshing take on the grunge meets metal sound with mountain sized riffs, hefty distorted bass and seething vocals.The EP is recommended for fans of Bush, Seether, Reuben, Silverchair and Nirvana.<br />
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Enter The Lexicon is released on 3rd June 2014.<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-58484418750396775972014-05-06T14:27:00.004+01:002014-05-06T14:45:10.166+01:005/5.8 , White Rabbit , Plymouth, 2nd May 2014<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">5/5.8 are a hard rock band from Eastbourne / London and are
formed of Gio (Drums), James (Guitar), John
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">After short instrumental the band kicked off the set with a
cover of "City Lights" by Motionless In White, (their version was preferable to the
original) showcasing some fleet fingered fretwork and some excellent vocals from James, Luke and Danny.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The first original song was “Love &</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> Cobain” a heavy punk
infused song</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> which lyrically about fractious
relationship of the Nirvana </span>front man<span style="font-family: inherit;">, next up was “Overcast March” a
stomping rock and roll influenced mosh worthy number </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">with
intricate guitar work by James and superbly unpredictable vocals from Luke.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The highlight of the set was the song “Trial Period” which
starts with epic catchy metal riff played by James and grungy vocals with an
extremely memorable chorus. The audience could tell that this was the song that the band really meant and the passion shone through.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Each member had their own aesthetic which they brought to their performance; the melting pot of metal, grunge, punk, hard rock and post
hardcore was fused together to form the bands unique hybrid sound. Because of their diversity the band is likely
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The set closed on a cover of Bring Me The Horizons "Shadow
Moses" which was breathtakingly good, aided by the crowd shouts at
appropriate points. It was a brave move playing such a highly regarded song for a cover and it paid off showing the bands heavier side.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-52842877713852539002014-05-05T10:46:00.002+01:002014-05-06T10:09:57.445+01:00Plymouth's Rock Scene Part 5 (Six Sins Till Sunday, Pseudomorph)Here in Plymouth we have been treated to many international and British rock bands gracing our venues whether at the White Rabbit, The Junction , Tiki Bar or Plymouth Pavilions.<br />
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We also have a clutch of home grown talent who have been busy gigging night after night in our City and the surrounding area. <br />
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This week we focus on two heavy bands from Plymouth, one an established name and one young upstart, if you see either name on a poster you know the gig will be loud!<br />
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Six Sins Till Sunday are a 5 piece hard rock band from Plymouth forged in 2011 and consists of Chris (Vocals), Pete (Guitar), Andy (Bass), Paul (Drums) and Colin(Guitar). The band have accomplished a lot in their relatively short existence including countless gigs and an EP called "Nex Ratio" which is available through Itunes.<br />
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The band are currently finishing off the remaining tracks to be included on their debut album, which they will be recording later this year.In 2015 they will do a tour supporting the release of the new album. Unlike many of their peers in their genre the band have wry sense of humour, and they strive to put on great live shows to please their ever expanding fan-base and new fans alike.<br />
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The band mixes old school metal values with modern metal techniques to produce a sound that is both cutting edge but familiar. They combine heavy as lead riffs, epic solos and shouted/ half sung vocals all topped of with hammering drums. Their influences are Pantera, Rob Zombie and Tool(they have been known to throw in a mean cover of Bodies by Drowning Pool).<br />
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Find out more about the band at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SixSinstillSunday">https://www.facebook.com/SixSinstillSunday</a><br />
Buy their Ep at <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/gb/artist/six-sins-till-sunday/id833521717">https://itunes.apple.com/gb/artist/six-sins-till-sunday/id833521717</a><br />
Follow on twitter :- <a href="https://twitter.com/6SinsTillSunday">https://twitter.com/6SinsTillSunday</a><br />
The band are playing the Tiki Bar 21st June 2014<br />
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Pseudomorph are a 5 piece hard rock band from Plymouth founded in 2013 and consists of Jack (Guitar) , Joseph (Drums), Matt(Bass), Mark (Vocals) and Jason (Guitar). The band was the idea of Jack Wiggins (there is a beanie related story) who is the chief writer and assembled the crack team* of musicians in the band.<br />
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The band have recorded a clutch of tracks available on their Facebook page and busy playing to as many people as possible around Plymouth. The band promise energetic rock to bounce, fist pump and headbang to.<br />
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The band draws on the influences of all their members to create a melting pot of loud guitars, pounding drums, driving riffs, complex bass-lines and grungy vocals . They have diverse influences of Iron Maiden, Metallica, Tool, Alter Bridge and Soundgarden<br />
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Find out more about the band here:- <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pseudomorph/537954239602694">https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pseudomorph/537954239602694</a><br />
Follow on Twitter here:- <a href="https://twitter.com/pseudomorphuk">https://twitter.com/pseudomorphuk</a><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">*A-Team reference</span><br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09154793084046794573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2095947802394335260.post-62477915699675632232014-05-02T10:32:00.000+01:002014-05-03T22:01:55.209+01:00Run Against The Crowd - Varsity - 13th April 2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Run Against The Crowd are a hard rock band from Plymouth, consisting of Chelsea Smile (Vocals), David Gibson(Guitar), Tim Gulliver (Bass) and Carl Matthews
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The band kicked off with “Thank You” and despite being a
four piece the band have a huge sound with massive riffs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Chelsea Smile’s voice is quite delicate, like
an English accented Taylor Jardine(lead singer of WATIC) backed by the bands
swirling guitars, complex bass lines and thunderous drums.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />Highlights of the set were aforementioned “Thank You” ; “Cheers
‘en” with its “Come As You Are - Nirvana" lyrically infused chorus/last verse
accompanied by massive wall of guitar noise and the incredibly grungy sounding “Brand
New”.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><o:p></o:p>The band has grunge inspired rawness about their sound, mixed
with an undertow of heavy riffed atmospherics reminiscent of Deftones or Far. Definitely a band to see live if you get a chance.</span><br />
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