Innerscars

Lifend gives atmospheric, melodic metal a new definition. This Italy based band is full of energy and talent. Their amount of energy radiates within each and every song off of the album. As I said, the band is considered melodic metal. They are just that. They are chock full of acoustic guitar parts, keyboards, synthesizers and even a saxophone not to mention three vocalists the lead vocalist being female.

Lifend creates a perfect blend of melody and death metal. The use of three vocalists really helps them to do this because the female sings the melodic parts and the two males growl in the death metal style. The use of a saxophone and acoustic guitars, gives the band an almost Dave Mathews Bandesque sound at certain parts. Of course within the same songs they change the tempo completely with fast and cutting riffs.

This band is perfect for anyone looking for something different for a change. However, it’s not meant for any narrow minded metal fans. Anyone who cannot appreciate the beauty of saxophones and classical acoustic guitars will not be able to get into this band. Open minded individuals will most likely enjoy this album as much as I do. And I can honestly say that it doesn’t get old, as I have been listening to it for three days now. I’ve heard it at least 15 times. That’s 15 hrs!

The lyrics are pretty cool. Some parts are Italian and the rest is in English. The English lyrics are pretty deep. They tell of pain and sorrow and the music amplifies the feeling of despair through its dark mood.

The album was very nicely done. It’s an excellent debut album from a clearly great band. I can’t wait to see what else they can do. Songs to check out include: Innerscars, Absence, Open Wound, and Spiral Dance.