| Miles Above Move Or Be Moved | Escape Music ESM111 |
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Canadian modern rockers Miles Above impressed with their debut and have come back even better for album number two. This is a very fine slice of modern pop/melodic rock, which sees the band more focused and more intent on delivering a truly cohesive record. The 13 songs of Move Or Be Moved are a little tougher than the style of the debut, with lead guitar playing a more prominent role. In the last review I was talking about sweet harmonies along the lines of · Rubber - Ultra Feel , but this time we get gritty and emotion filled rock songs, more akin to Matchbox Twenty. Previous comparisons to BBMak and Martin Stenmarck could still be valid, if you factor in a grittier guitar sound. However, I think the style of this album most resembles Sweden's Higher Ground – as it has that unique modern rock feel, without actually depending on any set sound or trend. The tone of the album is quite moody – a melancholy vibe hangs over the songs, which are largely mid-tempo. Highlights from the album include the very commercial rocker Close My Eyes, which features some orchestral parts which really add depth. The opening pop rocker Faith Unkind features a great hook and a clean, raspy vocal. Little Miss Innocent has another gritty chorus after a smooth intro and verse and the use of banjo in melodic rock must always be applauded! The mid-tempo ballad August Ends sounds like it would be at home on any FM radio station in the world and the extra orchestration makes for a lush sound. Gimmie Nothing has a certain swagger and a more attacking guitar riff and vocal. Another highlight is the awesome 7 minute ballad that closes the album. God Help Us is filled with orchestration and has a haunting and emotional feel. Certainly not your average melodic rock tune!
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17/08/05: Cowgirl - fierceflirt_85@hotmail.com
03/07/05: Heppy - www.heppt@msn.com
12/06/05: Dave - dave45@hotmail.com
20/03/05: Freddy De Keyzer - freddydekeyzer@hotmail.com
19/03/05: Chewsmoka - chewsmoka98@yahoo.com
Rating: 100
Love everything about this new album. First album definatly had a more popish feel, while the most recent album "move or be moved" definately has a more rocker/edge to it which I think is fun and energetic. The first 5 songs on the cd are my favourite for sure! I think this band is awesome and has potential to be even bigger and better. Both cd's show tremendous talent, and they sound just as awesome live as they do on cd. To a job well done! Cheers
Rating: 75
The first album was brilliant, this doesn't quit match but but the more i play the more i like.
Rating: 90
Every detail of this album is incredible! I love the songs, the vocals, the string arrangements- everything is top notch!
This band has serious potential!
Rating: 20
With all respect : this is the kind of 'music' I HATE ! Nothing to do at all with melodic rock !
This is nu-breed or modern rock or alternative rock, call it like you want, but it's this kind of 'music' that destroys quality music.
A pity to see that this is released by Escape, once known for quality releases only !
Not my cup of tea at all and it will NEVER be !
Rating: 90
The entire album is so very impressive! I feel the album will turn off many not into modern melodic rock, but this is such an improvement from the very Savaga Garden-ish sound of Further. August Ends tends to be a direct rip off of any Matchbox Twenty ballad, and the first half of the album is great but loses steam by albums end. Gimme Nothin, Lights Out,and When The Picture Fade are 3 awful songs. But this is a great direction for this band to go in, and I look forward to more from them.
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