Album Review

SHINEDOWN – Devour

• 3rd Nov 2008

Stampeding percussion powers the way forward for the reaching quintet, Shinedown to unleash their post-rock/metal core crush, ‘Devour’.Eric’s sliding and robust bass lunge, gives profile and tension to a murky, lyrical foundation that is delivered through an urgent and fervent push by Brent Smith, mirroring the impact of Chiodos.

This bracing vocal element builds up into a rhythmic defiance, shedding their customary metallic lunges for a clearer emo build up to a frustrated chorus. Vocal versatility keeps the intrigue ticking over, as Smith’s ability to bob and weave in–line with the intensity of the track is a striking feature. As well as conjuring up the feeling needed sometimes to get the across their tale of personal judgement and redemption.

The grit, boldness and pace changing ability of these Florida tykes, will ensure that their rhythmic moodiness won’t go unnoticed.

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