{"id":18581,"date":"2012-02-23T19:53:36","date_gmt":"2012-02-24T00:53:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/hardrockhaven.net\/online\/?p=18581"},"modified":"2013-01-28T11:34:36","modified_gmt":"2013-01-28T16:34:36","slug":"underride-distorted-nation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hardrockhaven.net\/online\/2012\/underride-distorted-nation\/","title":{"rendered":"Underride | Distorted Nation<\/em>"},"content":{"rendered":"

by John Kindred<\/span>
\nStaff Writer —<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\"\"Melodic hard rockers Underride deliver their latest studio album Distorted Nation<\/em>, an 11-track affair that revels in the \u201880s, while maintaining a modern edge. Hailing from Seattle, which is commonly known for Grunge, Underrides is far from that genre with its sonic delivery. The band comprises five blokes who hand down their take on rock with a revitalized guitar-driven attack, driving percussion and groove and vocals that are gritty, edgy and very listenable. With names that fall right out of the pages of a Japanese Magna novel, Rev, Suzuki Sixx, Princess, El Barto and Double A, are here to supplant those who lack the will or desire to survive the business of the music industry.<\/p>\n

Distorted Nation<\/em> is not Underride\u2019s first rodeo \u2013 see 2008’s One of Us<\/em> \u2013 their music features tight and cohesive songs that are built on hooks and catchy melodies. The album was produced by Rev, the vocalist, and executive producer John Elder. Their knowledge of the studio and song structure is apparent, as they deliver a balanced collection of songs that feel like they belong together and can stand on their own merit. The music is mixed expertly, allowing all the instruments to be heard while not stepping on each other and creating anarchy.<\/p>\n

Hammering out an existence in the Seattle music scene has offered the band the opportunity to merge their influences into their vision of what rock means to them, creating music that is appealing and enjoyable to listen to. Steering away from the negative stereotypical constructs of many of today\u2019s bands, their message is lighter and easier to digest. <\/p>\n

With songs like \u201cPaparazzi\u201d and \u201cPorn Star,\u201d the band takes a poke at life in a fun way. \u201cDo Anything To Me\u201d drives forward with a catchy singable chorus and tongue-and-cheek lyrics. Bits of sleaze and cheese come across in \u201cCandy Girl.\u201d \u201cInside Out\u201d has another memorable singalong chorus. Throughout the album, the band musically delivers, even playing guitar solos. It\u2019s a nice change of pace from the more recent modern drivel that has been cast upon music fans over the last few years. Solid production, good songs and strong musicianship make Distorted Nation<\/em> a winner.<\/p>\n

Genre: \tModern Melodic Hard Rock<\/p>\n

Band:
\nRev – vocals
\nPrincess – guitar
\nSuzuki Sixx – guitar
\nEl Barto – bass
\nDouble A – drums<\/p>\n

Track Listing:
\n1.\tAnother Way Out
\n2.\tPaparazzi
\n3.\tSay Goodbye To Everything’s That’s Gone
\n4.\tLove Is Like Dying
\n5.\tPorn Star
\n6.\tDon’t Walk Away
\n7.\tDo Anything To Me
\n8.\tInside Out
\n9.\tBlinded By You
\n10.\tCandy Girl
\n11.\tRoad To Nowhere<\/p>\n

Label: EPI-Records<\/p>\n

Hardrock Haven rating: 7.5\/10<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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