Release
date: January 29th
2016. Label: Self Released. Format: CD/DD
Walking
Roads (EP) – Tracklisting
1.The
Barrier 04:34
2.Got
You On My Mind 02:55
3.Farewell
05:34
4.Walking
Roads 06:18
Band
Members:
Rasmus
Cundell (vocals)
Simon
Stenbæk (guitar)
Nicholas
Randy Tesla (bass)
Kasper
Rebien (drums)
Review:
RedWolves
debut EP – Walking Roads – should get these guys noticed within
the Hard Rock/Classic Rock/Heavy Metal circles. It’s a throwback to
the good old days where bands focused equally on melodies &
lyrics and that are what RedWolves have achieved here with their
debut EP.
It’s
a stirring mix of Hard Rock and Heavy Metal where the dual twin
guitars bring back memories of Thin Lizzy at times merged with
classic Heavy Metal theatrics. Though RedWolves do have a certain
swagger about them that reminds me of Kverletak at times. Maybe not
with the Black/Doom Metal riffs but they have a cool Punk identity
with lead vocalist – Rasmus – giving you the feeling that he was
born in the wrong decade. This dude belongs in the 70s/80s heyday of
Classic Rock and Heavy Metal. I mean that as a compliment as can
shriek and sing with the best of them.
Opening
track – The Barrier – is high voltage rock spliced with Thin
Lizzy dual guitar riffs. It may sound like a simple track but I urge
you to look again as RedWolves include moments of prog rock. It’s
not the most original of sounds but RedWolves exceed in creating a
thrilling start to the EP.
Second
track – Got You On My Mind – is definitely a Punk Rock song at
heart especially at the start before changing into a frantic
fast-paced Hard Rock/Heavy Metal song. It’s pretty cool to hear
RedWolves change from one genre to the next. The vocals once again
impress through out.
Third
track – Farewell – is the one of standout songs on the EP. It’s
a deliberately slow-paced number with a sombre “lighter/mobile in
the air” feel to it. It allows the band to expand their musical
horizons by playing a few impressive solos. I will admit the lyrics
could have done with more work as they sound rather contrived at
times. Though the band gain full marks for the impressive guitar
solos on show.
Fourth
track – Walking Roads – is the final song and RedWolves decide to
end things with a bang as they opt for a more classic rock feel
though the song does open with a Kverletak style riff before
returning to the world of Classic Rock/Heavy Metal spliced with
moments of Blues and Psych Rock.
This
may not be the usual stuff that we feature on the blog but I have to
admit these guys won me round with their great music. Walking Roads
has plenty to offer to all serious fans of Classic Rock/Heavy Metal
though it will take a few listens to get the full effect of the EP.
RedWolves are definitely worth your time. I can’t wait to hear the
full length record.
Words
by Steve Howe
Thanks
to Jacob at Disciplinarian PR. Walking Roads will be available to buy
on CD/DD/Vinyl from Jan 29th 2016.
