Born Ruffians - Red Yellow & Blue

1. Red Yellow & Blue

2. Barnacle Goose

3. Hummingbird

4. I Need A Life

5. Little Garcon

6. Badonkadonkey

7. Foxes Mate For Life

8. Hedonistic Me

9. In A Mirror

10. Kurt Vonnegut

11. Red Elephant

Born Ruffians have released their second album titled "Red Yellow & Blue" . This album follows along with the same style and sound the band established on their debut. They have a very indie sound that seems to be the big thing in Canada right now. They have a similar so und to that of bands like Hollerado or Said The Whale, so if you are into bands like that, you will like this album. 

when looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded to a pretty good level without loosing the bit of a raw, rough feel that indie music has. There are times that you wish the music was a little clearer and louder, but it helps with that indie feel that they are going for. The instrumentation on the album isn't too bad either, the band can play, and they show off their erratic play in songs like "Hummingbird". Their music overall isn't really anything too much, but it's decent playing, and they can do it. Not bad.

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals on here can be very all over the place and fast, to where you need to really pay attention to get what they are talking about. They are also very gang vocal heavy in parts, and seem like jump scares at times. The band can sing, but it's a lot of chaos, and could use clearing up. With the lyrics, we can't really tell what they are saying at times, some of the lyrics are just jumble of made up words and musical words. The main singer also seems to sing so fast, you can't understand the lyrics. We can tell that some of the songs are about relationships and others are just odd topics. We don't know if anyone is really going to get meaning from some of the songs, so just take it for fun.

If you are looking for a single, we think the best one is "I Need A Life". This one is pretty normal and will show you what the band and album is all about as well. 

Born Ruffians have added to their playlist, and have doubled down on their kooky, fun, all over the place music. This gives them more to go off of and be able to play nice, longer set. We are not really a fan of this type of music, but it seems to be finding someone, and if people enjoy it, thats all that matters right? Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think of it.

Genre: Indie/Rock

Release Date: March 4th, 2008

Location: Midland, Ontario
Website: http://www.bornruffians.com/

Label: Warp Records (U.K.)

Serial Joe - (Last Chance) At The Romance Dance

1. Completely

2. Angry

3. Unintended

4. Stranded

5. Mary

6. Turn Around

7. Suddenly

8. Girl Like You

9. You Don't Laugh

10. Go For A Ride

11. Committed

12. Save Me

Serial Joe have released their fourth album titled "(Last Chance) At The Romance Dance". With this album, the band decided to take a different approach to their music, and it objectively flopped. The band was a harder rock, almost nu-metal band, and with this album, they decided to go more of a pop rock/alternative sound for this album. This album has more of a Wide Mouth Mason sound to it, so if you like(d) them, you might like this album.

Being that this is an Aquarius released album, it has a really good sound quality and was recorded to a professional standard. Picking Corey Macfadyen to produce the record could of also hurt as he hasn't done too much in that department either, but it doesn't sound bad. The band has had three previous albums, so there should be any problem in the paying part here. Nothing out of the ordinary was added, and they didn't forget how to play. It's a pretty alright album in this category all in all.

Now onto the vocals and lyrics. Now Ryan on this album has his signature raspy voice on here, and he sounds solid. The vocals are clear, you can understand everything he is saying, and it isn't too bad.

With the lyrics, the band went for songs about girls, relationships, and feeing about others. This is pretty typical of bands, especially younger bands, and it seems to be the same theme throughout the album. We don't feel that is a band thing though, people connect with that.

If you are looking for a single to this album, give the song "Completely" a listen as it is the hit from this album, and gives you the best idea of the sound and style the band was going for on this record.

Serial Joe have made an album that just doesn't seem to have the same edge or rock as hard as their other albums. This was an attempt at being a little more commercial, and it flopped with critics and fans. This isn't a bad album, it is just objectively the album of theirs that received the least fan fare. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think of it. They have since called it quits (R.I.P.)

Genre: Alternative/Rock

Release Date: Nov 6th, 2001

Location: Newmarket, Ontario

Label: Aquarius Records

Wave - State Of Mind

1. State Of Mind

2. That's How It Feels

3. Moon Under Water

4. Don't Say Sarah

5. Save A Little Part

6. So High

7. Let It Ride

8. Morning Delight

9. Where Ever You Are

10. New Sensation

11. Midnight Driving

Wave have released their second album titled "State Of Mind" This album has a similar acoustic pop sound that their previous album had. These guys have a SoulDecision or BBMak sound, so if you like those groups, you could like this album. They have done an alright job here.

When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded very well. Someone spent a bunch of money on this album to make sure everything was nice and crisp here. This is probably the best part of the album since it is so produced. With the instrumentation here, it is very basic and poppy. They have pretty standard everything on the album, and nothing is going to get you to go, wow listen to that playing. It does its job and thats about it.

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals on this album are pretty good as well. These guys can certainly sing, but it's very industry singing. They have the American Idol style of singing where it's pretty structured. They can sing, and they have really nice clear voices, just nothing really unique here. With the lyrics, the band sings songs about relationships and girls mostly. When this album came out, these were the big topics and targets the teenage girl who mostly listened to this kind of pop.  It is pretty bland, but hits their target audience.

If you are looking for a single to this album, give the song "That's How It Feels" your attention, as it is really the only good song on this album, and shows off the bands signature sound the best.

Wave have made their second album, and unfortunately it was a commercial flop. We can see why, as the songs mostly sound like fillers, hoping the hit single Thats How It Feels gets you to buy the album. We are not a big fan of this music or the album, and we don't feel like there is anything really different from their last album. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think of it. They have since called it quits. (R.I.P.)

Genre: Pop/Rock

Release Date: October 15th, 2002

Location: Niagara Falls, Ontario

Website: http://www.officialwave.com

Label: Warner Music Canada 

 

Magneta Lane - Dancing With Daggers

1. Bridge To Terabithia

2. Broken Plates

3. Wild Gardens

4. 22

5. Secrets Aren't So Bad

6. Carnival In Spain

7. Artistic Condition

8. Daggers Out!

9. The Better Plan

10. Butterflies Are Blue

Magneta Lane have released their second album titled "Dancing With Daggers". This album has the same style and sound of their previous album. They have a typical Can Con sound to them, as a lot of bands are sounding like this from here. They have a similar sound to that of Tokyo Police Club, Metric, or even a Broken Social Scene, so if you like these bands, this album/artist could be for you. They have done a really good job on this one.

Looking at the recording quality of this album, the recording quality has been done to a little bit of a grittier, under produced quality. This is something that helps out with the bands style and sound though. They are going for a more raw, indie feel, and I think this quality helps achieve it. The vocals could be a little louder, and overall its pretty average , but it works. The Instrumentation on this album is nothing that going to blow you away, thats for sure, but these ladies can certainly play. There is nothing flashy in this category of the album, it is just good old playing, and this also works for a genre that doesn't really want any flash.

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals here have somewhat of a monotone sound to them. You can't really hear any emotion or happiness in the vocals, but she can sing, and sing well. We feel like the vocals and the music pair well with each other, and has a nice clear voice so you can her just what is being sung about. With the lyrics, the band sings about the struggles faced with trying to make dreams a reality, relationships, love, waiting for life to get better, and more. These songs have a fairytale feel to them, and its pretty interesting how they wrote like that. We feel like people will be able to get the meaning and relate to these songs if they listen a bit harder than a casual listener. These topics should work with their fans. We think they did a good job here.

If you are looking for a single to this album, give the song "Wild Garden" your attention, as this is the best song on the album, and it really shows off the continued sound the band has done here.

These ladies have continued on with their music, putting out their second album, and this one helps solidify the band in their sound. This gives them a bunch of stuff to pull from now, and can really give a good variety at shows. We are not particularly fans of this music or genre, but we can understand why this band has gotten to where they are. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think of it. They have since called it quits (R.I.P.)

Genre: Indie/Alternative/Rock

Release Date: April 4th, 2006

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Label: Paper Bag Records

Arcane Ghosts - Traveller

1. Pay My Dues

2. Alive

3. Flower City

4. Ghost

5. Black Forest

Arcane Ghosts have released their debut album titled "Traveller". They have made an album that shows the band in a faster pop-punk kind of way. These guys have a similar sound to that of Calling All Captains, Citizen or even a Basement. If you like those bands, you could like these guys. They have done an not too bad job here.

When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded to a pretty average level. When listening to some of the songs, things seem a little rough and unpolished. The vocal recording could be a little crisper and louder on here, it just sounds a little to far back in the mix. The instrumentation on this album isn't too bad. These guys can play, and they play pretty fast. There isn't really one thing that stands out in this department, just pretty alright playing for a young band on their first album.

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals on this album are not bad. You can certainly hear what the singer is singing, and what he is talking about. The thing is, the vocals could be louder at spots, and could be a little crisper. We certainly don't think he's a bad singer, just a little too fast and could be clearer in spots. With a little work, this could be pretty solid, not bad though. With the lyrics, the band goes for songs about shutting out the negativity, relationships, finding yourself, and more. These songs seem to have the type of subjects younger people who more commonly listen to this, are going to connect with. These song target their audience, and will bring people to this band. We think they have done a good job on the lyrics.

If you are looking for a single to this album, give the song "Pay My Dues" your attention, as it's the single to this album, and gives you a good idea of what the band and album is about.

Arcane Ghosts have made an album that really shows off what the band is about, and gives people their first taste of this band. It also gives the band something to play shows with, and get the band rolling. Now this doesn't quite have a defined sound or direction, but hopefully on the next album, they will give a more definitive rock, pop-punk or indie sound. Some songs sounded like one of those three genres. We look forward to seeing what they do next. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think about it.

Genre: Pop-Punk/Punk/Rock

Release Date: February 22nd, 2017

Location: Brampton, Ontario

Label: None

Atlantic Division - Home Opener

1. Ten Thousand Feet

2. Lighthouse

3. Now You Know

4. Save Your Heart

5. Broker Fields

Atlantic Division have released their debut album titled "Home Opener". This album shows the band in a very pop punk way. This has a really young, underdeveloped pop punk sound, but it will get there. These guys have a similar sound to that of a July or a Bearings, so if you like those bands, you could like this one. 

When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has a pretty decent quality to it. The vocals on this album could use a little work in the recording quality. They have a bit of a rough sound to them. This is alright for the first album from a band though. The instrumentation on this album is pretty average. There is nothing in this department that's really going to wow you. They can certainly play, but it is certainly not turning heads, it's just good old regular playing.

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals on this album are not the greatest. Their vocalist has a very generic voice and way of singing. This does hurt the band and any way of being unique, but he can sing and you can hear the lyrics. This is a positive so you can understand what the songs are about. With the lyrics, the band goes for songs all about relationships. This is something that seems to be pretty popular with pop punk bands. Having said that, their target audience will certainly be looking for songs with this topic. It does also help that this is pretty generic in songs, so they can hit a wide amount of people with them. Not bad all in all

If you are looking for a single to this album, there isn't one, so just pick a song and give it a listen to get the idea of the album.

Atlantic Division have made an album that shows off what the band is all about, and introduces people to their sound. This also gives them something to play shows off of, and have people know the songs. We feel like this band has a bit of a ways to go, but you have to start somewhere to go further. We look forward in seeing what the band comes up with next. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think about it. They have since called it quits (R.I.P.)

Genre: Pop-Punk/Punk/Rock

Release Date: August 23rd, 2015

Location: Hamilton, Ontario

Label: None

Among Legends - Some Days

 

1. February 1st

2. Sit Back And Wait

3. My Heart's At Home

Among Legends have released their third album entitled "Some Days". This album has a bit of the same sound and style from their previous two albums. They have an Alkaline Trio or a Gaslight Anthem style to them, so if you like those bands, you could like this album. They have done an okay job here.

When looking at the recording quality of this album, it sounds like the music has been recorded pretty well. On the other hand, the vocals sound not quite as clear as the music. It is a bit harder to listen to when the two different qualities are fighting each other in the same song. The instrumentation on this album is pretty average as well. They aren't going to wow you with anything, but they can play at a moderate level, or go fast and sloppy if need be.

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals on this album are not the greatest. His raspy, almost scottish sounding voice just doesn't go with the type of music the band is making. He can sing, but his vocals voice and the way he sings, just ain't it. With the lyrics, these songs seem to have confusing topics to them. Pushing and fighting to be a straight edge kid. Going to school. The lyrics sound like they were forced and the singer couldn't get through writers block. all in all, not great. 

If you are looking for a song to listen to on this album, I wouldn't really suggest one. We do however give credit for the effort and trying, but we didn't like any of them.

Among Legends have made an album that followed along with what they were previously doing on their first two EPs . This gives them a couple extra songs to slide into their set when playing. Listen to these songs for yourself to get your own opinion about them. 

Genre: Pop Punk/Punk/Rock

Release Date: December 7th, 2017

Location: Waterloo, Ontario
Website: http://www.amonglegends.com

Label: None

Kottin Trip - Down E.P.

1. Down

2. Fade Away

3. Bond Of Union

Kottin Trip have released their debut album titled "Down E.P." This album shows the band riding the line between Nu-Metal and Hard Rock. They have a similar sound to that of a Coal Chamber or or like earlier more raw Korn. If you like those bands, you could like this album. These guys have done an alright job here on this album. 

When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded to a pretty raw, dirty and grungy sound. This seems pretty deliberate to get the style for the sound they are going for. With the instrumentation here, the album has pretty standard playing on it. There isn't really anything thats going to make you turn your head here, but these guys can play. Not bad.

Not onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals on this album seem to be pretty average as a whole here. Now the thing with this style, the vocals were not meant to be super musical or sound like this amazing singer is singing it. They do get the job done and he can sing, thats what matters. With the lyrics, the band goes for songs about struggle, loss and relationships. These seem to be the standard subjects that the genre are known for. These lyrics hit the target audience pretty well. They have done a pretty good job here.

If you are looking for a single to this album, there isn't one. We suggest listening to "Bond Of Union". This songs sounds a lot like Korn and shows you the best of this album.

Kottin Trip have made a three song E.P. that shows off the ideas and things the band wants to do in their music. This really sounds like three different styles on each song. We hope that with the next release we get more of a direct path in the music, and they decide on a specific sound. This isn't bad and you can see they have the makings of something here. We can't wait to see what they come up with next, and if it follows more of a distinct sound. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think of it. They have since called it quits. R.I.P. 

Genre: Rock/Nu-Metal/Hard Rock

Release Date: 2000

Location: London, Ontario

Label: None

A Rebel Few - As The Crow Flies

1. Born Again

2. Rebel Few

3. Empires Fall

4. Dyin' Breed

5. Said 'N' Done

6. Serious

7. Who Knows

8. Bitter Man

9. Pure Revolution

A Rebel Few have released their debut album titled "As The Crow Flies". This album is one that shows off the band in a very dirty rock and metal way. They have that feel of being blue collar, east-enders, and it's portrayed through the music. These guys have a similar sound to that of bands like Hellyeah, Five Finger Death Punch, and even Texas Hippie Coalition. So if you are into bands like this, you could really like this album. They've done an alright job here.

When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded in a pretty average quality. This does however help with the sound that they are going for. The grungy, dirty feeling of their music is felt with the bit rougher recording. We feel that this is just the right quality, so you get the bar band feel with it. With the instrumentation, the band is also pretty average in this particular element as well. Yes the band can pull off solos, but for the metal they are doing, it feels too much and over done. The rest of it has a very par outing as a whole. 

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals have a bit of a raspy, and grungy feel to them. They are however clear, and you can tell just what the singer is saying, so this heals get the meaning of the songs. One of the things though is, the singer seems to hold his words, at the end of every sentence. The reverberation at the end of every sentence just kills the authenticity on the songs. Just hold the note. He can certainly sing, and props to that for sure, we are just not into it.  With the lyrics, the band goes for songs about finding yourself, giving into temptation, travelling around and spending money carefree. These feel like very typical topics, and have some very broad way of saying what they want. This could help many people have their own interpretation of the songs, but also doesn't narrow it down to exactly one thing, time or place. All in all, the lyrics aren't bad though. 

If you are looking for a single to this album, give the song "Rebel Few" your attention, as this is the song the band decided to make a single, and show off their style and sound to the masses with. This should give you an idea of the band.

A Rebel Few have made a debut album that shows off the band, and gives you a dive into the band and their music for the first time. The album gives the band something to go on, and be able to start playing shows to people and start to build a fanbase. We feel that the band could do a bit better here, and we look forward to seeing what the band comes up with next. All in all, its a start, and it helps tp be able to see where to go and how people react. Lets see what they do. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think of it.

Genre: Metal/Hard Rock/Rock

Release Date: April 22nd, 2016

Location: Cambridge, Ontario

Website: http://arebelfew.com/

Label: None

Debt Cemetary - Dig It Yourself

1. Kindasortamaybe

2. Stolen Pens Write Faster

3. When Life Gives You Dilemmas, Make Dilemonade

Debt Cemetary have released their debut three song EP. This album shows the band in a very fast, but melodic punk sound. They have something that fits in quite well with the typical accepted punk rock sound. These guys have a similar sound to that of Strung Out, Belvedere, or even a band like A Wilhelm Scream. If you like those bands, you could like this EP, so give it a listen. They have done a pretty good here on this album.

When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded to a pretty solid level. Now the vocals on this album are done pretty well. It has a nice sound to it, and you can hear everything, we just wish the production was a tad bit better to get rid of the little fuzziness on the background of the vocals. Other than than that, not too bad.  With the instrumentation, the band has decided to go for music with really fast, punky riffs. These are pretty common in the punk scene and is a trick for guitarists to just play faster. We don't think the band is setting the world on fire with their playing, but it is decent, and they can certainly play. This is just some good regular punk playing

Now onto the vocals and lyrics. These vocals seem to fit right in with that punk vocal style. This isn't going to wow you and go up against the pop singers, but for what they are trying to do, these vocals fit well. You can certainly hear what they are saying, despite the fast sung lyrics. The one issue is, the vocals just have this feel that they could have been a little bit clearer, and a tad more produced to get the bit of rawness out from the background. With the lyrics, the band goes for songs about being sick of waiting for things to fall your way, and relationships. These seem to be pretty standard things for bands to talk about, however these are things that people who are into this type of punk music can get into. The lyrics here target punk fans and can get people to get behind them, so for that, good job. They have done a good job on these song.

If you are looking for a single to this album, give the song "When Life Gives You Dilemmas, Make Dilemonade" your attention, as this song give you just a little toned down, more melodic taste to their music, so you will be able to get into the rest of their music from this song. 

Debt Cemetary have made a debut album that shows off the style and sound the band wants to portray. This also give the band something to get them out and able to start playing shows with. Now three songs isn't that much, but its enough to do something and give a little taste of the band. We really like what they are doing here so far, and we can't wait to hear whats next from these guys. Give them a listen to decide for yourself what you think about them. 

Genre: Punk/Rock/Skate Punk

Release Date: April 1st, 2020

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Label: Thousand Islands Records

Anthem For Today - A Little Louder

1. Less Than Ordinary

2. Earthquake

3. Inside Out

4. A Little Louder

5. Anywhere But Apart

6. Falling Asleep At The Wheel

7. Believe In Me

8. Salt And Light

9. Wake Up

10. Walk Away

Anthem For Today have released their debut album, titled "A Little Louder." This album has a very generic feel for the christian rock band. The majority of these bands trying to broaden out, have an alternative pop rock sound to them, and its very prevalent on this album. These guys have a similar sound to that of a Hawk Nelson, or a Switchfoot, so if you like those bands, you could like this album. They have done a pretty good job here.

When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded to a pretty decent standard. Now the vocals could be turned up a little, and be a bit clearer. Other then that, it has a decent sound to it. The instrumentation on this album is something that won't really turn your head or get you to take notice. This band is pretty average in this department. Not saying the band is bad or good here, just on par with most bands. They can play their instruments, and it sounds decent, so thats all you can ask for. 

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals on this album have been done pretty decently. He can certainly sing, and his vocals are nice and clear, so you can get his message of religion and being saved by it very well. He isn't going to wow you with his singing, but he gives the perfect strength, and range for the type of music he is going for. All in all, he's done a great job here. With the lyrics, the band goes for songs about their religion and views, as well as uplifting, bring your up and be strong songs. These guys have also getting away from the bad things in your life. All in all, they have a pretty uplifting album with a lot of positivity in the lyrics. We think they have done a really good job on the lyrics.

If you are looking for a single to this this album, give the song "A Little Louder" your attention, as this is the best song on the album, and it really gives you the best overall idea of what the album as a whole sounds like.

Anthem For Today have released a debut album that really shows off the sound and ideals they are about with this offering. This album also gives them a start and something to get them playing shows. We feel like these guys have done a solid job on this album and we think they have something that could keep the ball rolling. We are looking forward to hearing whats next. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think of it. They have since called it quits (R.I.P.)

Genre: Religious/Alternative/Rock

Release Date: 2013

Location: Barrie, Ontario

Label: None

Choices - Paradise Lost

1. Benevolent

2. Mended

3. Better Days

4. Paradise Lost

5. Coming To Life

6. Guilty As Me

7. Euphoria

Choices have released their debut album titled "Paradise Lost." This album shows the band in a very melodic metal way. They have a sound thats hard to say just exactly where they fit. These guys have such melodic parts, that it's almost too much at times, but then the music sounds post-hardcore for sure. This band has a similar sound to that of a more melodic In Flames or Erra without the screamed vocals, so if you like that music, you could like this album. The guys here have done a pretty decent job on these songs.

When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded very well, and has a super clear, crisp sound to the songs. The producer did a really good job on these songs. With the instrumentation on this album, the guys go straight into showing you what they can do. "Benevolent" is an instrumental track that shows off the bands guitar skills, and lets you know this band has skills for sure. 

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, with the vocals, the singer decided to go for a more melodic touch here. At times the vocalist goes a little too melodic, and it lacks some harshness because of it. On the song "Mended" when the vocalist starts singing, it is hard to catch what he is saying, and it ends up sounding like a jumbled mess for a few bars. Other than this, the vocals are really solid and you can certainly tell he can sing. For the lyrics, the band goes for songs about relationships, depression, getting better, and fighting through. This album has a theme with it, starting with an ending relationship and ending with getting through ang thriving. It's pretty cool how you can listen through on this journey the singer goes through while listening to the whole album. They have done a good job on the lyrics.

If you are looking for a single to this album, give the song "Coming To Life" your attention, as it is the best song on the album, and really encapsulates what this whole album is about. 

Choices have made an album that is pretty decent, and can be listened to by the casual or new metalcore listener, an the metalcore enthusiast looking for a break from all the screams. All in all, this is a good album, introduces you to the band, and gives them something to get them out to playing shows. Give this album a listen to decide for yourself what you think of it. They have since called it quits (R.I.P.) 

Genre: Metalcore/Metal/Rock

Release Date: July 8th, 2015

Location: Brockville, Ontario

Website: http://www.choicesofficial.ca

Label: None

Crown Lands - Mantra

1. Being Right

2. Mantra

3. Sweet Avalon

4. One Good Reason

5. Scott Fitzgerald

Crown Lands have released their debut album titled "Mantra". This album shows off the band in a very old school rock way. These guys sound like they just came out of the 70's with their sound and style. We would say this band has a similar sound to that of Led Zeppelin, Rush and even Black Sabbath at times, so if you like those artists, you could really like this band. They have done a pretty good job here.

When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded with the 70's in mind. In that, saying that the songs don't have everything crisply recorded, or to an over produced quality. This helps with the sound they are trying to get to. The instrumentation here, is really good considering the band is just a duo. These guys can certainly play, and when you find out it's just two members, it totally changes things. On top, the guitarist can really play, and you hear some decent drumming as well.

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals on this album are done quite well. Their singer can sing, and his talent is showcased all over thew songs on this album. You can hear the holding of notes and being in tune while he belts out parts of the songs. Very well done vocals. With the lyrics, the band goes for songs that are a little out there with having to struggle with yourself, relationships calling you out, hippy and being with earth, and more. These songs are a little more in the style of a band from the time period this band is trying to feel as. They have done a good job in getting these songs to appeal to a classic rock fan.

If you are looking for a single to this album, give the title song "Mantra" your attention, as it is the best song on the album, and it really encapsulates what the band is trying to do with the music.

Crown Lands have released their debut album and this one really shows you what the band wants to sound like and where they want to take their music. Now unfortunately there is nothing new here, since they are throwing it back to an older time, but they do a great job at it. We think there is a market here, and yes, people who don't embrace older music, will not be into this. This still sounds good, and will generate interest for sure. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think about it.

Genre: Rock/Classic Rock/ Rock & Roll

Release Date: 2016

Location: Oshawa, Ontario

Website: http://www.crownlandsmusic.com/

Label: None