A slice of fusion jazz mixed with prog metal and all the riffs. Like..all of them. Continue reading Genetics – Cynosure (2019)
Tag Archives: riffs
Japam – Sick Boy EP (2019)
Is it too early to start flagging artists for end of the year lists? Continue reading Japam – Sick Boy EP (2019)
Reliqa – Eventide EP (2018)
Are you freaking kidding me? I’ve been aching to hear a band like this for YEARS. Continue reading Reliqa – Eventide EP (2018)
Far Away Stables – Between Rage and Serenity (2017)
Far Away Stables have attempted a far reach with this new album. The ambition and intent to demonstrate musicality and musicianship is well on display as much as the bands grasp on melody and song writing. It’s not so much..technical..or progressive, it’s just very dramatic, busy and confident. Continue reading Far Away Stables – Between Rage and Serenity (2017)
Caution: Thieves – Songs From The Great Divide (2017)
Hailing from Melbourne this powerhouse 4 piece finds themselves in a wrestling match between wanting to crush your skull and smooth things over with you. Continue reading Caution: Thieves – Songs From The Great Divide (2017)
IBUILTTHESKY – The Sky Is Not The Limit (2016)
If forced to name my favorite cloud-themed solo instrumental djent project, it would have to be IBUILTTHESKY. Continue reading IBUILTTHESKY – The Sky Is Not The Limit (2016)
Sienna Skies – A Darker Shade of Truth (2016)
Holy shit. Sienna Skies have completely destroyed any misgivings or preconceptions I may have had with this soaring, melodic and brutal album. Continue reading Sienna Skies – A Darker Shade of Truth (2016)
Palace Of The King – Valles Marineris (2016)
Psychedelic rock n roll riffs and soaring vocals take centre stage on the new Palace of the King album. This band have re-invigorated a sound and style which has languished in the halls of rock and roll past since the 70’s. Continue reading Palace Of The King – Valles Marineris (2016)
Sentia – Origins EP (2016)
‘Sentia’ is a prog/rock band from Melbourne. This new release contains 4 ambitious tracks that lean towards the more prog/metal realm using bold guitar leads and riffs, synth/strings to great effect and arrangements which don’t leave you scratching your head. Continue reading Sentia – Origins EP (2016)
Save the CLock Tower -The Familiar Decay (single) 2016
Hailing from the serene riverside of Launceston, Save the Clock Tower is an energetic 5 piece playing a mix of all of your favourite sounds to create their own blend of heavy yet melodic metal-core. Continue reading Save the CLock Tower -The Familiar Decay (single) 2016
