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Symphorce – Become Death
The initial impression you get from the cover of Symphorce’s album is that they will be heavy as hell. The artwork and band logo give connotations of heavy metal bands, an association that isn’t quite right. Symphorce are more like a style of heavy rock, reminiscent of a time when metal wasn’t just for those people who are obsessed with down tuned guitars and double bass pedals. The vocals range from old style Metallica gruffness to Iron Maiden-esque influences, soaring above the music.
The instrumental aspects match the vox, utilising epic melodies and incorporating some well written riffs and hooks. However, it is not always consistent as some songs verge on uninteresting, which in contrast to the successful tracks, makes the lesser ones that bit more disappointing. The tracks are fairly slow-paced relying on the guitar work, which occasionally erupts into rapid, wailing solos, to vary the tempo.
Symphorce definitely stand for more traditional values held by, perhaps, an older generation of metal fans. Not allowing themselves to be affected by newer influences, this band are taking a modern step to re-invent an almost forgotten memory. There are only a couple of songs that are slightly weaker, but these are definitely overpowered by the majority of the album, which is enjoyable to listen to. Well written and put together in a way so that each musical element compliments each other, Symphorce should be experienced.
Ashleigh
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Product details
Audio CD (5 Mar 2007)
Number of Discs: 1
Label: Metal Blade
Track Listings
1. Darkness Fills The Sky
2. Condemned
3. In The Hopes Of A Dream
4. Death Has Come
5. Inside The Cast
6. No Final Words To Say
7. Towards The Light
8. Ancient Prophecies
9. Lost But Found
10. Lies
