It has been a long time since I posted anything and I apologize for that. I'm going to start this back up regularly now. So thanks to those who stuck around.
It is hard to harness fury. To capture the pure anger and blood thirstiness of the human nature in music form. Gallows has been known for this since they started shredding back in 2005. The British punk band's second record, Grey Britain, was released in May and is by far one of the most angry and outstanding punk records I have ever let devastate my ear drums.
The album is not for the faint heart. The songs are raw and harsh. Frank Carter's voice is rough and driving through out the entire album. The songs are hard hitting and full of anger. But if you find yourself wanting to venture into a darker piece of music, the kind of music that stirs the deeper more animal side of you, then allow me to make a suggestion. Buy this album!
The first song I have to mention is "The Vulture." Presented in two acts on the album the song is actually a more melodic side of the band. The first act is just Frank, an acoustic guitar, and some light strings in the background. The song goes on singing a verse that sounds like the laments of a man condemned. Just when you think all the song is going to be is an acoustic set the song hits you hard. Picking up in tempo and bringing in the strength of the full band. The song shows both sides of the British band, the soul and the fist.
Another great song is "Black Eyes." With an opening that traces its punk roots all the way back to the start and a bare lyric, I know where you live, that is screamed into silence this song is one of my personal favorites. The song goes into an amazing breakdown before spiraling into oblivion as it ends.
The song "Misery" is also a must listen. Opening with piano, strings, and a marching snare intro, the song sounds like it is heading into the darkness. The opening fades into dissonance and a strong bass line comes through the chaos and Franks screaming voice leads the song into a pounding song. The breakdown at the end of the song is the kind of thing that causes chaos to erupt at a live show. The group vocals just add to the epic ending. Don't mind the pig squealing at the end, that is normal.
The last song I'm going to mention is "London is the Reason." The song was the first single off the record and was the reason I bought the album. The song has the ingredients to make a rock classic. The group vocals, the tight guitar rifts, the insane drums, and the ridiculous vocals. The song is so powerful that you can't help but at least bob your head to the beat.
I will admit that this album is not for everyone. If you are not a fan of punk music or hardcore music you will not enjoy this album. It is in one word angry, plain and simple. It is an amazing album and should be listened to.
Till next time.
Always listening,
Nick
