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A Little About Dreadnaut
The new disc includes three songs written with former guitarist Anthony Bradbury, namely “Valentine,” “Epica” and “21st Century Romance.” While Bradbury’s influence can still be heard elsewhere on the album, for the most part a new sound permeates. Certainly it is the innovation of guitarist Robin Kimball, but beyond that, it may be the sound of success. Produced by Juno award winner Brandon Friesen and released on local indie C12 Records, the money behind this album is audible in its glossy production.
Songs also included are covers of Sepultera’s “Roots Bloody Roots” and “Wish” by Nine Inch Nails. In a bit of a twist of fate, Tom Baker, who has worked with Nine Inch Nails, mastered the album.
Dreadnaut’s success can be attributed partially to hard work, but more so to the talent of its members. Steven Crooks is near the top of a short list of metal frontmen who can truly sing, and while his screams echo the anguish of one of hell’s finer demons, he manages to inject a degree of melody into even his harshest wails. His voice is probably best demonstrated on “Rise” — arguably the album’s best track.
Likewise, Dreadnaut enjoys the ability of near flawless drummer Chris Miller, utterly mind-blowing in his speed and precision, and guitarist Robin Kimball, who wrote the new material. The band is rounded out by bassist Randy Goshey, an essential element.
Having their songs translate well live is obviously a priority for Dreadnaut. If you’ve never seen the band play before, give this disc a twirl and you’ll be sure to remedy the situation, ASAP. The band works to get fans’ blood boiling from the moment they hit the stage, and songs like “Wasted Mess” and “Feel This” are sure to incite a new level of chaos.
The two weakest tracks on the album, “Epica” and “Still the Night,” are unfortunately at the end, and so the album fails to go out with the bang one might expect. On the whole, however, the disc is solid, and I look forward to see what’s to come next time around.
