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band have pushed them- The Fate, it opens the HERCULES MORSE a leading example of their
selves in all areas – men- doors to a whole host of VITA BOUNDARY fine guitar work as is the in-
tally, emotionally and new music fans and should (HERCULES MORSE) strumental to album closer
melodically (and, no doubt, see the band gaining the Patience is rewarded ‘Go For Broke’, but while
physically in the recording recognition they deserve. by Hercules Morse, as al- these songs are enjoyable,
studio, too). Listening to The album does gain pace though their debut album they don’t prove particu-
the full album, you find that and intensity as it goes on, ‘Vita Boundary’ takes a larly memorable and re-
this growth spreads across with ‘Recipe For Disaster’ while to grab your atten- peated listens will likely be
every track. The emotional and ‘Riot’ being loud, proud tion, perseverance will un- required to achieve full ap-
‘Beautifully Tragic’ packs a fist-punchers, while the earth some sparkling preciation for them. The ex-
sincere punch, ‘Broken penetrating ‘Digging My gems. ception to this comes when
ESCAPE THE FATE Heart’ really hooks you in, Own Grave’ is one for their The Southampton- the band pulls away slightly
I AM HUMAN loyal heavy metal diehards.
(BETTER NOISE) while ‘Four Letter Word’ is The album ends with ‘Let based four-piece offer a from the stoner rock;
‘Cuckoo’ and ‘Clockwork’
another four letter word - a
unique approach to their
When we first caught
sight (and sound) of Es- tune with a capital T. You Me Be’, a real sing-along, music, with hard rock com- are both full of personality
almost campfire-sounding
and a little more fun, with
can almost feel blood drip-
cape The Fate’s lyric video ping in ‘Bleed For Me’ while love song, that was origi- bined with stoner rock-style the punchy guitarwork
vocals from lead singer
for ‘I Am Human’, the title nally on the band’s previ- which helps bolster Steve’s
track of their sixth studio ‘Do You Love Me’ has the ous album, ‘Hate Me’, yet Steve George. But in truth, vocals, and while at times
same sort of hard rock dy-
it’s the guitar work of him-
album, we knew this album namism that Papa Roach deserves to be a hit single self, Harry Gardner and these songs are a little
was going to be something usually deliver. ‘I Will Make and get out to a wider audi- Paul Shott on bass which is bonkers, they leave a
else. With both thought and It Up To You’ is a heartfelt ence. Overall, ‘I Am the biggest selling point of much bigger and immedi-
heartfelt emotion, it imme- plea with fast fretwork by Human’ beats like a human ate impression and this is
diately shows what the Kevin ‘Thrasher’ Gruft, heart should, reflects like a ‘Vita Boundary’ with some what Hercules Morse could
special string work dotted
band are about. ‘When while ‘If Only’ is a wistful human brain does, and is throughout their ten songs. do with more of.
does our innocence turn message to a lost loved the perfect balance of Fans of Ghost will likely
YYY
into arrogance?’ is just one one. While some of the heavy, light and everything note many similarities on Michael Coventry
of the thought-provoking band’s old metalcore fans in between.
questions that frontman may not be enamoured by YYYYY tracks like ‘Everything Is
Great’, ‘War Within’ and
Craig Mabbitt asks in the the softer side to Escape SBV ‘The Story Goes’, the latter
compelling single. The
SUPERSONIC FUTURE SUPERSTARS
PYROMANTIC
Sixx:A.M. members Dj Ashba (guitar) and James Michael (vocals) are collaborating on a new project.
They announced Pyromantic in February during a live chat on Monster Energy Music’s Facebook page,
updating fans in March that they are currently in the studio working on their debut album. We haven’t
heard any songs yet, so can’t comment on the actual music, but are eager to hear what they have come
up with. These guys are already superstars in our eyes, and we’re sure that their new music will be
equally as captivating. They’re planning a listening party at Dj’s Ashba Store at the Stratosphere in Las
Vegas shortly and have signed with CAA so hope to get out touring later in the year. To keep up-to-date
with their happenings, visit www.facebook.com/pyromanticmusic Pic: Michael Pool

CROSSING THE LIMITS DANNY WRIGHT
Crossing The Limits are a new pop- If you have a soft spot for catchy pop-punk tunes, then you’re
rock/punk band from Norwich fronted bound to love Danny Wright. Originally from Reading, Danny
by Rachael Holland. Yes, the UK scene moved to London to pursue his musical goals, and it looks
has just been injected with a fresh like 2018 will be the year for him. Danny released his anti-
dose of excitement. These guys are Valentine’s single on Valentine’s Day, aptly titled ‘I Didn’t Like
punchy, passionate and super-infec- You (And I Really Mean It)’. The memorable guitar hooks and
tious. Their debut EP, ‘Perseverance’ is confessional lyrics will resonate with many, and will make the
due for release on April 6th, and it’s a song an anti-Valentine’s anthem for years to come. Danny
day we’re hotly awaiting as these guys said that the single “is one of those songs that lets you get
are going to explode (although not lit- out everything you wished you had said before and embrace
erally). Songs such as ‘Predictable’ are vibrant and bouncilicious. the single life”, and his honesty in his songwriting is just an-
Rachael has a great voice. Imagine early Paramore, then kick them other thing we love about him! The intensely personal lyrics
up the ass with a pack of firecrackers on each boot, throw them on a can be found not just in his latest single, but in all of the ma-
musical trampoline and that’s what Crossing The Limits sound like! terial he’s put out, such as in ‘This Is Growing Up’ and ‘Ther-
The band are more than just effervescent tunes though – they want to apy’, and the words are sure to leave a lasting impression on
inspire as well. Rachael says that ‘Perseverance’ is ‘about walking listeners. Danny declares, “I’m a passionate person that just
through the storm. Life gets rough, but you have to keep going’. An- wants the world to hear my
other track, ‘Won’t Settle’, is a further ray of hope with Rachael saying songs” and we’re sure that
‘We want people who listen to this song to feel empowered, you have it won’t be long before the
to walk away from anything that isn’t serving your happiness’. Rachael world hears his songs and
is joined by Tom Colmans and Dan Smith on guitars, Tim Clements on shares his passion. Check
bass and Ben Brennan on drums. The Norwich five-piece recorded the his Facebook page for
EP at Steel City Studios with Drew Lawson and first single ‘Won’t Set- more information – over at
tle’ is already up on YouTube. For more info, head to www.facebook.com/dan-
www.facebook.com/crossingthelimitsband nywrightuk

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