The mysterious BLACKGOLD burst onto the scene earlier this year with their debut single, ‘It’s Art’, and now they have unleashed a monstrous self-titled debut EP!
That single gets the EP started and sets a tone that remains throughout the other four tracks. That is a tone of passion and ferocity in a distinctly nu-metal-esque presentation.
There is a good mix of both a throwback nostalgic sound with a fresh and innovative twist on this statement of a record.
It can be hard for new bands to break through, but BLACKGOLD clearly have eye-catching aesthetics and a sound that can back up their bravado. The band could have an intriguing future and this EP is the perfect introduction to the world.
After wowing crowds across the UK in support slots for the likes of Therapy?, Creeper and Salem, rockers James and the Cold Gun unleash their debut EP, ‘False Start’!
Fans who have caught the band live over the past months will have had a taste of these five tracks, but it’s great to finally get to hear the studio versions. A debut release is always a statement for any act, but ‘False Start’ feels like a full statement of intent from the band.
This is their manifesto of hard and fast rockers designed to get you moving, and you’ll find it hard not to vote with you feet and your head! There is great potential in James and the Cold Gun and thankfully they’ve delivered a fantastic start with a superb debut release.
The time has arrived for North Yorkshire fuzz rockers Scruffy Bear to unleash their new EP, ‘Face The Rain’ on the world.
The release features four hard hitting tracks which together signify the arrival of a band capable of wonderous things. Harnessing the power of singer Georgy Eaton’s voice and coupling it with a mixture of melodic licks and raucous riffs to create fierce blues rock sound.
If this is a taste of what is to come, then the future should be bright for this young band.
Following his self-imposed exile from music, former Mallory Knox vocalist Mikey Chapman is back. After a period of self-evaluation Chapman has joined forces with guitarist Luke Hicks to create Black Sky Research. Having debuted the single âLight up the Skyâ earlier this year, the band have now released their first EP âOneâ.
With Chapmanâs distinguished vocals at the forefront there are of course Mallory Knox comparisons to be made, but on âOneâ the band show an expansive sound that truly harnesses Chapmanâs vocal power. Opening with âLight up the Skyâ the EP is full of peaks and valleys, crashing guitars and melancholy preludes punctuated by Chapmanâs soaring vocals.
The EP is conceptual in nature and over the course of five songs details the protagonists fight to find his love during the chaos of the end of the world. âMidnightâ, âTwilightâ and âTransmitâ all continue the story whilst laying the foundations for the bandâs future sound.
There is plenty here for fans of Chapmanâs previous band, equally however there is plenty to dissect from the storytelling point of view. Some lyrics almost feel autobiographical in nature as Chapman makes a statement of intent. On the EPâs finale âDawnâ, Chapman sings of second chances and this EP feels like a second chance for Chapman to showcase his immense talents.
Bring Me The Horizon – ‘Obey’ with YUNGBLUD from ‘Post Human: Survival Horror’
âBring Me The Horizon arenât heavy anymoreâ.
If I had a pound for every time Iâve heard this said over the past five years, Iâd definitely be able to buy a ticket to their 2021 tour. Well, based on âPost Human: Survival Horrorâ thatâs just what their critics need to do. Hopefully this would show them just how silly this statement is.
Bring Me The Horizon are a band that have constantly evolved throughout their career, and yes that means that not every song is a head banging, scream your lungs out belter. It doesnât mean however that they have lost their teeth. This new EP takes the best elements from throughout their career and combines them in one stunning masterpiece of an album.
The release of âLudensâ back in 2019 was lauded as a return to form and âParadise Eveâ released mid-lockdown teased a heavy edge to this release. Even Iâm surprised though as the band come straight out of the gates with the ruckus âDear Diaryâ. âParadise Eveâ and the Linkin Park tinged âTeardropsâ follow and by the time you reach the fantastically mad YUNGBLUD collaboration âObeyâ even the most disillusioned old school fan will have their foot stomping and their head banging.
There has certainly been a quirkiness to Bring Me The Horizons recent releases such as the much maligned âAmoâ. On âPost Human: Survival Horrorâ that quirkiness is embraced and even emboldened. The combination of âItch for the Cure (When Will We Be Free?)â and âKingslayerâ featuring Babymetal is insane. Insanely good that is. I dare anybody not to have the chorus stuck in their head after listening.
â1×1â, âLudensâ and the curious Amy Lee collaboration âOne Day the Only Butterflies Left Will Be in Your Chest as You March Towards Your Deathâ close out this brilliant EP. Itâs a relentless statement from the band from start to almost finish. âOne Day…â is an interesting choice to end on and is probably the weakest track on the EP when held in context of the EP. As a standalone piece of music however itâs an enjoyable if unexpected composition. Adding it to the end of this EP however has done both the song and the EP a disservice.
I very much doubt however that Bring Me The Horizon will care. This EP continues the evolution of a band very much willing to experiment and test the boundaries of their capabilities and their fans patience. Quite possibly this EP represents the most complete sample of the band to date and I for one cannot wait to witness the majesty of these songs live.
