Deftones – Diamond Eyes (Reprise)
Although they are sometimes reviled for their nu-metal past, Deftones have thankfully shed all resemblance to Korn. Their latest release mixes chugging guitars with surrounding layers of atmosphere, creating a dark emotional feel that’s almost like Sunny Day Real Estate. Compelling and subtly catchy, Diamond Eyes will win you over.
Dangers – Messy, Isn’t It (Vitriol/Penguin Suit)
Emotionally-driven hardcore that no one would ever think to call “emo.” Dangers keep things heavy and intense but more importantly interesting, incorporating a wide variety of sounds and ideas, and topping it all off with insightful, thought-provoking lyrics. In a cookie-cutter genre, this record stands out.
Horsehead – Before The Bright Lights (Emerald City Sounds)
Horsehead don’t invent any new subgenres on their latest LP, but that’s OK. They have the talent and the songcraft to make their midtempo country-influenced rock songs catchy and memorable. What more can you ask for? Fans of Ryan Adams and Uncle Tupelo will find plenty to like here.
Deftones – Diamond Eyes (Reprise)
Although they are sometimes reviled for their nu-metal past, Deftones have thankfully shed all resemblance to Korn. Their latest release mixes chugging guitars with surrounding layers of atmosphere, creating a dark emotional feel that’s almost like Sunny Day Real Estate. Compelling and subtly catchy, Diamond Eyes will win you over.
Dangers – Messy, Isn’t It (Vitriol/Penguin Suit)
Emotionally-driven hardcore that no one would ever think to call “emo.” Dangers keep things heavy and intense but more importantly interesting, incorporating a wide variety of sounds and ideas, and topping it all off with insightful, thought-provoking lyrics. In a cookie-cutter genre, this record stands out.
Horsehead – Before The Bright Lights (Emerald City Sounds)
Horsehead don’t invent any new subgenres on their latest LP, but that’s OK. They have the talent and the songcraft to make their midtempo country-influenced rock songs catchy and memorable. What more can you ask for? Fans of Ryan Adams and Uncle Tupelo will find plenty to like here.
