The band
In the the '80s L.A strip there were two main genres- hair and thrash, and they never mixed well. Lately, however, death metal and hardcore seem to be the music of choice in Tampa. Alot of bands are selling out, following the trends and becoming full hardcore. Some bands, who were initially death metal, taint their vocals or music with hardcore, going against what their Thrash cousins stood for. Now, not all hardcore and metal hybrids are bad, but alot are not as good as they would be pure of hardcore or death. Some bands are good, they have the talent, the drive and the presence. The only thing that hits a snag is the drastic difference in music one way or another.
Logo for Rise 2 Brutality
One band that has the potential to be the face of Tampa metal, but the two different music limits their audience, is Rise 2 Brutality. Playing off their name their vocals are rich with death metal influence, singing from virtually all stages of death metal. Lyrics range like a metal band should, from positive to negative. Variety of lyrics create dynamic work ethic, which is shown in their stage performances. The guitars is where the hardcore comes in. Heavily impacted with hardcore style riffs, the sound of Rise 2 Brutality itself is creative. The drums are basic but important. Basic drum lines, hardcore guitars and metal singing, is a complex combination that can easily crumble, but this band somehow found a way to make it work.
Cover of The Alpha Tyrant
Hardcore or metal, this hybrid band has been here since 2005 and shows no sign of slowing down. After finding their edge in two virtually different landscapes of music, Rise 2 Brutality is starting to look like a double edged sword. So, what is the band doing now? Rise 2 Brutality is still in the making of their debut album, The Alpha Tyrant (shown left). They will be making an appearance at Gasoline Alley on the 21st and the Pegasus Lounge on the 29th. Be sure to witness this brutal rise live!
Comments
I LOVE this band! Nice review!
Thank you Wes, and Lisa for the comment!
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