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When I first put this disc in I thought that
this might be another Linkin Park. But these guys are different. The
Blank Theory sound similar but heavier, like Korn. They have influences
from Ministry to the Deftones and from Helmet to Tool, a real sound
barrage of hard rock. James Iha, formerly of Smashing Pumpkins, produced
and added additional guitars to “Beyond the Calm of the Corridor.”
He definitely helped in the overall sound of this CD. All songs are
produced well, so they all sound good, James did a great job. Cool,
heavy as hell riffs and some nice harmonies are all over this disc
and their music works well in layers. Their songs sound full without
them being over loaded. My favorite tracks are “Father’s
Eyes,” “Thicker,” and “Back of My Mind”
with a host of others. The Blank Theory even has a cover of “Sour
Times” originally done by Portishead. “Beyond the Calm
of the Corridor” is a well-rounded effort, but when all is said
and done, these guys can sound heavy, even though it seems like they
are trying to hide that side of their music. Rating: 75 |
