The
long awaited, highly anticipated debut release of
My Rifle's self titled 7 inch
EP is finally here.
For those of you not familiar with My Rifle, the bands personnel read like a New York Hardcore
For those of you not familiar with My Rifle, the bands personnel read like a New York Hardcore
Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
(Featuring
former members of Life's Blood, Our Gang, Supertouch and Altercation,
just to
name a few.)
The record really made a quick and lasting impression on this listener.
The record really made a quick and lasting impression on this listener.
The
songs are marked by excellent musicianship and production. None of which erase
any of the songs raw energy. Though My Rifles sound is firmly planted in the band's hardcore routes.
They
don't rely on old tricks or safe avenues to achieve their sound. Mixing
Hardcore with Metal while adding different elements and angles that deliver
powerful results.
The
record opens up with "Fall On Your Sword", which has a fast, straight up,
menacing hardcore sound. For someone who hasn't been involved in music for
more than twenty years, Jason's voice hasn't lost any of the venomous appeal he
originally displayed with the band Life's Blood.
Lews dark and murky bass lines
really shine on the track and Andy Guida show why he's one of the most sought
after drummers in Hardcore.
The
next track "By the Grave of God" slowly grinds the listener under
heal. The sound is dark and ruthless with its twists and turns, highlighting
Hobi-One's guitar prowess.
Side
two opens with "Stars" a short, too the point burst of power that's
done nicely.
Storming
the Gatekeeper", my first taste of the bands sound, is still my favorite.
They
seriously click on all cylinders here. Showing the bands musical range and
ability to take chances. The guitar work on here is Maidenesque. I was just
floored.
Recorded
by the bands drummer Andy Guida with Artwork by the legendary Sean Taggart. The
record comes on clear vinyl. My Rifle's debut also marks the return of Freddy
Alva's Wardance Records.
It
just doesn't get better.
Wardance Records Buy it here
Related Interviews:
My Rifle United By Rocket Science
Freddy Alva/Wardance Records Unite
Related Interviews:
My Rifle United By Rocket Science
Freddy Alva/Wardance Records Unite
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