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SPLIT CHAIN – motionblur – album review
The noise (in every sense of the word) that Split Chain have made in such a short period of time is remarkable. A string of impressive support shows, and notable festival appearances has ensured that their name is already seeping into the consciousness of heavy music fans.
With something of a Nu-Metal renaissance ongoing thanks to social media, they band have also been able to grab attention in more modern ways. All of this attention combined means that anticipation is actually high for the release of their debut album.
An often overused music press phrase, there is genuine interest here to see whether or not Split Chain can live up to this early hype. That however brings a degree of pressure with it, so the importance of ‘motionblur’ can’t really be exaggerated.
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The fuzzy shoegaze (or nu-gaze!) wall of sound that has become their signature echoes through the opening trio of ‘Under The Wire’, ‘bored.tired.torn.’ and ‘I’m Not Dying To Be Here’. Each track is absorbingly catchy with heavy hooks and a high dose of singability.
Whilst obvious comparisons will arise to the likes of the mighty Deftones, there is a much needed uniqueness to the Split Chain sound that means that they aren’t simply treading old ground. Sonically relentless, the presence of grunge undertones help to manifest a relatable authenticity about these songs.
Nu-metal revivalists will find sanctuary in this album, but those engaged in the growing hardcore scene will also have their heads turned by these unflinchingly ferocious ragers. Indeed, if you’d considered the pre-requisites for this album to be deemed the success it needed to be, you’d likely have a tick next to every box.
With ‘motionblur’, Split Chain have undoubtedly delivered a stunning opening statement which backs up their early credibility and genuinely enthuses you for what’s to follow.
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