Of course, they’re not just a screamo band. In fact the music sounds more like good progressive hard rock ever so slightly jacked up on human growth hormone. Comparisons to Evanescence seem inevitable; Alexia has a similar voice. Other comparisons could be made to Lacuna Coil or Otep or In This Moment.
“Young Blood Spills Tonight” has a spectacular depth of emotion and showcases Alexia’s fabulous voice, which shimmers like a spectre in the opening segment. The drumming feels more natural, with a better pop on the snare and some nice fills. Guitars cascade maudlin notes through the verse and hammer hard during the screams. A wonderful track.
Also of note is the sensitive, mostly acoustic “Give You My All.” It holds your attention throughout, though it is a departure from the other tracks. It proves that Alexia could hold the band together with just her voice and presence.
The songwriting is of good quality. It has intelligent thoughts expressed well with good cadence and form. The songs touch on many subjects: divorce, relationships, isolation.
Eyes Set To Kill have a lot of good elements. I hope the group sticks together. As they gel they’re music should reach a wider and wider audience.
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