Out on 26th, ‘Reflections In Sound’ is the debut EP, from Bridgend, Wales alt rockers, Edit The Tide.
As titled, it reflects global events of the last few years, their effects on the band’s lives and the contemplation they’ve triggered, for everyone, around the world.
‘RIS’ also charts EDT’s progress and development, in the scene, the bonds they’ve created and how things have evolved, for them.
An eclectic listen, ‘RIS’ features varied themes, conveyed via combined melodic approaches.
Just a year after formation, EDT have delivered a sucker punch, with ‘RIS’, marking their anniversary.
Their live Welsh tour continues, till 30th June.
‘RIS’ was recorded and produced by Sam Kilby (Valhalla Awaits), at Unit 13 Music Studio and mastered by Abe Fihema, at Luna Crown Audio.
Photo credit – Camphaus Media.
Ambience – An unexpectedly light intro, soon segueing into a very Foo Fighters-esque sound. Definitely melodic, with well produced output. Uplifting grooves, with clear Biffy Clyroe influence. Modern sounds, with hopeful tinges. A little bit derivative, but well conveyed.
Unite And Rebel – A quick drum roll opens, onto another melodic landscape. Dropping down, to a melancholic tone, but picking it up, at the chorus. Again, it’s very typical alt rock stuff, now with a very slightly growly section, in places. Very capable delivery, though not hearing anything new, so far.
Paradigm – Low bass rumble, at the outset. Straight into another samey alt rock sound. As before, it’s very proficient, in both performance and production, but just nothing to mark it out from the crowd. Still, it’s undoubtedly melodic and more upbeat than the last.
With Regret – Slightly heavier intro. Mixing up the higher and lower tones. A touch of riff scream, adeptly executed. As with the rest, though, it lacks originality and that vital spark. Unarguably competent, but without fizz, or any individuality.
The Moment – A vaguely lively drum roll opens, onto a bleak audioscape. Just lifting it up, a notch, with a bit more groove. Same story again, though. Although the delivery’s good, the song structure and defining melody are defeating. Smooth fade, but nothing quirky, or individual within it.
Overall – As proficiently performed and produced as ‘RIS’ clearly is, sad to say, it’s lacklustre and lacking in any discernible uniqueness, or excitement. Samey, throughout, with large helpings of derivative echoes, it’s technically astute, with a clear melodic centre, but ultimately, disappointing and a touch tedious.
5/10 *****
For fans of Biffy Clyroe, The Foo Fighters, Kasabian, The Kaiser Chiefs, Green Day.
Press/media enquiries to Rob Town, at Stampede Press.
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