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Chiodos
Perhaps no one can explain the sheer ferocity and timid quietness it is better than when vocalist Craig Owens says “we don’t want to let the kids down” when discussing the group’s intense vocals live at shows. Well they never let a single kid down with their vicious assault on the ears and grip on the jugular...
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Renee Heartfelt — Death of the Ghost Buy it at Amazon
Produced by Matt Squire (Hot Water Music, Northstar), “Death of the Ghost” is a massive step up for a band whose already been taking the post-hardcore and indie rock world by storm. After I heard their amazing work on their debut album “Magdalene” I knew that I was in for a great atmospheric rock album but little prepared me for the incredible songs contained within. Featuring ex-members of Give Up the Ghost, Count Me Out, and Striking Distance, Renee Heartfelt is no stranger to great expectations but unlike most of their predecessors they never fail to deliver. Upping the ante ten-fold, the band worked hard to ensure that the guitars provide a huge sonic backdrop for their vocalist to penetrate with a sort of Failure-esque wall of sound. Matt Squire again did a fantastic job of pulling ever note out and individually petting it until it took a life all of its own. This might very well be one of the most important albums to date this year. Post-hardcore, my friend, will never be the same.
- J-Sin
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