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Kid Kapichi
Fearless Nature
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KID KAPICHI – FEARLESS NATURE – ALBUM REVIEW
Kid Kapichi are at an interesting turning point in their career. Losing 50% of your line-up albeit on good terms is always going to apply pressure to the remaining members to ensure that there is no dip in quality.
‘Fearless Nature’ won’t give us a true flavour of what the future may hold given that the whole original line-up wrote, recorded and produced this, their fourth album in five years. Intriguingly however it does mark an evolutionary step for Kid Kapichi.
Having made their name delivering punk-rock rallying cries against the increasingly dysfunctional political landscape, ‘Fearless Nature’ sees frontman Jack Wilson turn the spotlight inwards onto himself.
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Never fear there is still a healthy dose of political analysis captured within these songs (‘Leader of the Free World’ anyone) but for the first time Wilson really opens up about his own mental health challenges.
This adds brand new layers to the band thematically and also plays somewhat into some moments of musical expansion. Still packing a punch, the band have experimented more with their structures including glimpses of Gorillaz and Fontaines D.C. amongst others.
That all does make this a very interesting Kid Kapichi album to dissect. Perhaps this isn’t our time to understand what the band will sound like in their next releases, but this coincidently is a ideal segue for that era.
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Greywind
Severed Heart City
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GREYWIND – SEVERED HEART CITY – ALBUM REVIEW
It’s been nine years since Greywind released their debut album – that is if you believe that 2017 is that long ago! It’s been quite the ride for the sibling fronted group during the intervening years with setbacks such as being unceremoniously dropped by their label and eventual highs such as 2024 EP ‘Antidote’ which won our EP of the Year award.
Even now hurdles appear, but after having to delay the release date, the band are here to kick off 2026 is a heavy dose of emotive pop rock. ‘Severed Heart City’ is an ambitious collection ready to hit you right in the feels.
That postponed release does mean that a lot of the album is already in the public domain, so those that have already jumped onboard will have a good idea of what to expect. Still the album as a whole is worth your investment and is an accessible and highly listenable record.
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If you are new to the band, then now is naturally a great time to get on the hype train. The album opens with the real one-two punch of ‘Acid Rain’ and ‘I.K.A.M.F.’ before settling in with the first unheard track, ‘Happy :):’.
‘Waterfall’ follows and demonstrates both the maturity of the songwriting on ‘Severed Heart City’ but also, as a tale of unrequited love, the raw emotion that this record captures. Indeed, across the album the growth in creative narrative from Steph and Paul O’Sullivan is a joy to hear.
There is big energy throughout the album and tender moments such as ‘The Scarecrow’ which bring depth to what is a well-rounded and thoroughly enjoyable record. A great start to the year and a big moment in the career of Greywind!
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Alter Bridge
‘Alter Bridge’
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ALTER BRIDGE – ALTER BRIDGE – ALBUM REVIEW
As Alter Bridge’s self-titled eighth album kicks in with the monstrous opening riff of ‘Silent Divide’ you are instantly brought into their maniacal world of glorious heaviness.
Yes, the band keep up their consistent record of releasing a new album every three or so years and it’s only fitting that this record is self-titled because it embodies all that sets the band apart. Those riffs are accompanied by soaring vocals, thundering rhythms and the dual-maestro guitar sound that gets pulses racing.
It will always be a marvel that the members of Alter Bridge can consistently conjure this level of credible output despite also finding time play and record with their solo projects and other bands. The talent on offer is indeed scary.
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It’s natural that at times even the most talented artists will see their powers wane; and some may wilfully track down lulls or blips in their back catalogue – this however is very much true and pure Alter Bridge.
At an hour in length though and with the shortest track still clocking in near four minutes, you will need to invest yourself in this record to reap the rewards on offer. That though should come naturally to fans of the band and epic closing track ‘Slave to Master’ at nine minutes long is another huge opus for them to sink their teeth into.
This album is a very good listen and whilst this may not be their most accessible record, is is probably their heaviest and is unquestionably amongst their very best. Their fanbase therefore will be very pleased with album number eight.
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Beans On Toast
Kill Them With Kindness
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BEANS ON TOAST – KILL THEM WITH KINDNESS – ALBUM REVIEW
It’s December and we again have a year of horror and wonder behind us. It’s difficult to make sense of the realities of life but you can also rely on Beans On Toast trying to do just that at this time of year.
His traditional birthday album this year finds him releasing his eighteenth collection and in all of those years he has had plenty of inspiration – both good and bad. The past twelve month have been typically concerning, but throughout all of the big stuff, the fascination with life itself is what glistens on this record.
‘Kill Them With Kindness’ naturally has some pointed messages for those big players who heap misery on the world of communities that make humankind human and kind. It is his ability to highlight stories from the hearts of these communities however that make this an uplifting album. A reminder of what makes life special.
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‘The Glastonbury Oak’ may be the perfect Beans On Toast track – a song about a festival and a tree! ‘Taylor Swift for President’ represents his fantastic knack for pushing his tongue in his cheek whilst still making absolute sense. ‘Pelican Crossing’ is a fine example for his observational skills. ‘That’s Why I Don’t Drink Tequila Anymore’ is a fantastically fun new favourite and ‘Our Cat’ will ring true with many a dad out there.
Yes, there are personal stories, political commentaries and general experiences of existence on what is an all-round great Beans On Toast album. Made with his newly minted Beans On Toast Band, the music accompanying his words adds new levels of class to our yearly journal.
This does feel like a new pinnacle for an incredibly prolific artist.
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Seven Blood
Life Is Just a Phase
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SEVEN BLOOD – LIFE IS JUST A PHASE – ALBUM REVIEW
Germany’s Seven Blood may only have released their first music together last year, but you wouldn’t believe it given the maturity of their output thus far. A string of infectious singles has rightly garnered them attention and now’s the time for the quartet to make their first big statement.
That moment arrives in the shape of their debut album, ‘Life Is Just a Phase’, which gives a permanent home to many of those singles. There is therefore something of an instant familiarity that exudes from the record for those that are already on board with their journey.
For those only now waking up to this genuinely exciting new prospect, the album does it’s job very well by making that important opening statement. This is a band with their hearts on their sleeves passionate about creating an inspiring and identifiable sound.
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Again – mission achieved! Each track demonstrates a polished knack for writing hypnotic melodies, meaty hooks and personal yet relatable lyrics. You just need to absorb the likes of ‘Monsters’ and ‘Strangers’ to feel the emotion these songs evoke.
Seven Blood have also created something aesthetically bold and unique. These songs have the anthemic appeal of pop-punk but with a heavier modern-metal grit which emboldens the vulnerability of the lyrics.
With a runtime of thirty-six minutes, this is a succinct and direct declaration of intent from a band well worth investing your own time in; and ‘Life Is Just a Phase’ is an ideal place to start!
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