CD Review: Curses – “Chapter 1: Introspect” (Imminence Records)
Just as a precaution, it should be stated that listening
to Curses’ Chapter 1: Introspect may
cause injury, especially to your neck. From the stilted staccato chugs of
“Death Addler,” Chapter 1: Introspect is
a sonic tidal wave with a melodic crest, one that consistently crashes with devastating
force. The vocal duo of Brandon Castro and Eli Fry offer up a balanced mix of
malicious wails and pure tones, providing a dynamic complement to the endless
string of ear-shattering breakdowns, crushing riffs and sparkling hooks that
make up Chapter 1: Introspect (“The
Abandoned,” “Outlast,” “Miss Misery,” “The Lowest Level Of Loyalty,” “Ghost
40”). Periphery's Spencer Sotelo also provides a memorable moment when he drops
in on “Fortune Collapse” to trade some venomous barbs. If you have to
immediately seek the council of your nearest chiropractor after listening to Chapter I: Introspect, don’t say you
weren’t warned.
Grade: B+
Go Download: “Outlast”
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