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Nonpoint is the latest band to join the New
Metal music genre. No they aren't from Southern California,
but from Florida where the glitzy Miami dance scene seems
to dominate. I've listened to their debut CD Statement
several times now, and everytime it just gets better and
better. The line up consists of vocalist Elias Soriano,
guitarist Andrew Goldman, bassist KB, and drummer Robb Rivera.
These four guys I must say are really impressive
considering they've only been together for 3 years before
releasing Statement. And what do they have to show
for those 3 years? A solid collection of tracks, tight vocals
with clean guitar and drum work and a massive regional following
of fans. Andrew Goldman definitely has an edge that, along
with the hearty, Latin-influenced (check out track 8, "Orgullo")
vocals of Soriano, will bring Nonpoint to significant heights.
Statement brings some serious energy that will really
get you up on your feet shouting for more.
Nonpoint likes to consider themselves as the
"big brother" to their fan base, which consists mostly of
under 18 year old youths. A few of the tracks are geared
towards the problems and issues young kids deal with everyday.
For example, track 2, "Victim" and track 3, "Endure",
seem to be following a trend set by acts like Papa Roach.
But then again, not all the tracks are of that nature. Track
8, "Orgullo", is sung in Spanish and talks of
Spanish pride, signifying Soriano's and Rivera's Puerto
Rican culture. Some other tracks to check out are track
5, "What a Day", and track 11, "Levels",
which has a high-energy punk influence. Although the album
fits the genre of new metal, the last track, "Tribute",
is a more of a rap/rock sounding track.
Statement is no-doubt a shred fest
of screaming vocals and a recommended daily allowance of
hard heavy guitar work. Be sure to pick up this well produced
album as soon as possible.
Top Pick - "DoubleStakked"
Reviewed by <-RSCR->
Artist Website: www.nonpoint.com
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