There is also a touch of the creepy and dark, on songs like the above mentioned “Sweet Dreams of Madness.” They do a great power ballad that never creeps into naff called “Night Touches You” that brings back memories of Queensryche at their finest. This is a quality track that really shines amongst its peers. All around it’s a decent release that I rather enjoyed.
Covered Call: Money Never Sleeps
Named after a particular method of playing the stock and equities markets, this release could not be better timed. From the name of the band to the tracks on here, there is a clear emphasis on the current global economic slowdown. Now this is not some death metal dirge fest, punk anarchist call or introspective Flyodian inspired epic. This is just some damn good stuff, with a catchy approach to the subject.
The rest of the album may have tunes that are pretty serious, but damn if they ain't good fun to listen to.. “Shine” is great with the harmony to start off. This lot rather remind me a bit of some of the best of scandi-rock. Not quite the Europe type of pop-rock, but damn close to that sort of feeling. This probably would have been huge in the 80s, if given the right airing. Vocals are great and really drag you in.
They even manage a good ballad that doesn’t come across too sappy or cheesy. Just a voice and piano at first. Beauty at its most simplistic. Overall an enjoyable release from a great band.
From pop-punk to hard rock with some thrash in the hard middle. Not a bad collection this week. As always check out live music when you can and stay safe.
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