Release
date: June 09th 2017. Label: Self Released. Format: DD
kolektiv
– Tracklisting
1.nezhyl 03:39
2.perdition 04:03
3.breeder 03:28
4.champion 03:42
5.hurt 02:41
6.potemkin 03:42
7.elevator 04:11
Review
kolektiv
is a Post-Hardcore/Post-Punk/Metal band from Belgium who have quite a
post-metallic sound to their music. Influenced by bands such as
Deftones, At-The Drive In, Thrice and TOOL to some respect. Their new
album is a heavy and emotional mix of post-the-fuck whatever kind of
sounds.
It
has quite a progressive feel with the opening song – nezhyl –
having a more reflective post-rock delivery. The vocals are clean and
melodic and that surprised me as I was expecting the harsher style of
growls.
Speaking to the band recently, they told me there are a lot of
hidden Easter Eggs and clever references hidden within this album. I
was surprised with the amount of thought that has gone into this
album. It may sound very simple at times but the band have put a lot
of effort and thought with both the music and lyrics. Maybe that TOOL
influence steadily coming into play. The song HURT that appears on
the album is very complex as the post-hardcore/post-metallic riffs
have more meaning when you start to fully understand the lyrics.
The
song Potemkin has a link to Sigmund Freud and specifically to one of
his patients. Well that's what the band told me. If you're not
bothered about the hidden messages held within the album then just
listen to the great songs held on the album. It's not the best
produced album you'll ever hear but kolektiv recorded this album in
true DIY style. So what you hear is what you get.
The
album is mostly melodic with a few moments of pure aggression but
it's expertly played throughout. This album can definitely be
considered “THINKING MAN'S METAL.”
Check
this out as kolektiv are definitely worth your time.
Words
by Steve Howe
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