| Most
new bands will take the easy / cheap way to kick start
and go with an EP, so it's great to see a debut full length
within a year of existing. Obviously confident songwriters,
they've pumped out the tracks fast and you'll be hard
pressed to find anything that resembles filler or out
of place on this album. They've set the bar high on debut,
so with more experience and time, you can only see things
getting better in the future, jump onboard now and check
them out. |
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WHO?
Forming in Melbourne about a year ago, Raised By Wolves haven't
wasted any time in sorting out a full length debut release. The
four piece kept busy playing shows whilst writing for this debut
and before they knew it they were in the studio laying down the
tracks. Their melodic punk sound was recorded then sent over to
Bill Stevenson (anyone who's anyone in the punk world) in the US
for mixing and then to Alan Douches (Converge, Hatebreed) for mastering.
Equality is the result.
WHAT?
Eleven tracks feature on this album, and it doesn't take to long
to get the picture of what sound Raised By Wolves offer. It's a
gritty, melodic punk rock vibe with anthemic choruses and a tight
production. 'Fight Back' is the first track to jump out and grab
you. Something in the water down in Victoria, they tend to produce
quality melodic punk rock by the bucket load, and this track sounds
like many who have done it in years gone by. Solid. 'My Dying Wish'
is another highlight, 'The Right Way' makes good use of the backing
vocals, I wouldn't mind hearing them pop up a little more in general,
they work well. A nice mix of speed in the songs throughout, a few
faster paced ones, a few slower keeping you interested and ensuring
it doesn't all become samey.
WHY?
An impressive package from the artwork / layout to the tunes on
offer, like any relatively new band there is room for improvement,
but for a relatively short time from birth to this debut album,
you have to say they've done a fine job indeed. There's not enough
bands of this genre going around these days, so it's good to hear
some new quality coming through the ranks. With an impressive start,
Raised By Wolves look to be a band to keep your eyes on.
WHEN & WHERE?
'Equality' is available instores and online now through Metric Records
| Shock Records. You can buy a copy online now through Play4me [Here].
You can listen to samples of each track and purchase online via
iTunes [Here]
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