Soul Control
Cycles
Bridge Nine (2009)
Cycles marks a couple of firsts for Soul Control. After a slew of releases (an EP, a split 7", a comprehensive CD release also featuring several new songs, and a 7" singles series) the Rhode Island hardcore outfit ventures into the land of a proper full-length album. But that's not the only first for the group as they also have a new vocalist in the form of Rory Vangrol - whom you might know from his work with How We Are and Achilles. Even with the change in vocalists there really isn't that much variation from the style and sounds that we heard on Soul Control's other recordings. Not that there was any to be expected. Still, there are a few flourishes added to the group's 90's revivalist sound, which results in a little twist to their already slamming sound. "Beyond Words" sets the pace for the album with its classic 90's riffing; guitarist Jim Connolly is still heavily influenced by the likes of 108 and Quicksand, but there is also a hint of the noise mongering that was popularized by The Jesus Lizard in there as well. This is matched with a thick, rumbling, driving rhythm section and Vangrol's … Read more
Bad Secrets
Bad Secrets
Robotic Empire (2009)
Considering the make up of this musical project, my interest is rather high with several questions bubbling to the surface, … Read more
Trapped Under Ice
Secrets of the World
Reaper (2009)
Normally it would concern me seeing the amount of hype leveled at a band, let alone one with only three … Read more
David Moore
My Lover, My Stranger
Doghouse (2009)
My Lover, My Stranger is the first solo record from David Moore, formerly of Chamberlain and Split Lip. It is … Read more
We are the Living
Encouragement by Assault
Hungry Ghost Collective (2009)
Do not confuse this Louisiana band with the Tennessee band of the same name. Otherwise you will find yourself looking … Read more
