It Prevails

In the world of music, there are a few genres which tend to be more popular than others, including Metalcore. It Prevails falls under the Metalcore category. Now although the band is still Metalcore, the music they play still possesses some Punk influences. Now to clarify for most people; It Prevails is not a Christian metal band, nor are they straightedge. People often have the misconception that bands on Rise Records are either Christian or straightedge. This five-piece of brutality consists of Brian Blade (guitar), Cam Bledsoe (bass), Ian Fike (vocals), Danny Harold (lead guitar), and Aaron Marsh (drums).

First up on the album is “Explanation:Content.” The Punk influence is definitely present during this track, especially within the guitar riffs. I can’t exactly say much about the bass in this track; I couldn’t exactly hear it that well. Now I know right now, what I’m about to state doesn’t have much to do with It Prevails, but in turn, it will. A lot of bands generally sound similar to other bands; The Human Abstract sounds similar to Between The Buried And Me, and Trivium sounds similar to Metallica. Well, Ian’s vocal style is similar to the vocal style of Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed.

“My Life Back” is fifth on the album. The Metalcore is present quite significantly during this song. Right off the bat, the song kicks off with a hardcore breakdown, followed by palm mutes and Ian’s rough vocals. Again, not much to be heard from the bass player… I’m assuming he’s playing the same notes as the rhythm guitar player. Aaron’s drums are always on time, keeping the beat steady all the way across, but he does use a little too much symbol.

Lastly, the album ends with “The Inspiration.” Yes, I realise that is the album title. The track starts off with a drum roll to begin, and Aaron also doesn’t use as much symbol in this track. Ian’s vocal style changes quite a bit for this song, if it is him doing the higher screams; I’m not positive. Again, the punk influence is notable throughout “The Inspiration,” although the song does get slightly repetitive after a few minutes, considering the same guitar riff is played throughout.

Overall, I’d have to say this is the best album that Rise Records have put out in over 5 years. I’m going to give this album a 7.3/10.  [ END ]

Track Listing:

01. Explanation: Content
02. Distance
03. Change Today
04. Thirst for a Better End
05. My Life Back
06. To Fail…
07. Anomaly
08. Man. Moment. Machine..r
09. At Least Understand
10. Inspiration

Run Time: 30:02