Battlecall starts with a strong, impassioned set of vocals. While the instrumentation takes a back seat during the first thirty seconds or so of Battlecall, when the beat drops, one is left with a powerful pop track that deftly ties together indie, rock, and alternative styles into a wholly engrossing sound. The vocals and production unite to make a track that will take listeners on a journey, all while the…
Zander Bleck’s “Alive” is an epic track. Bleck’s vocals resound loudly over an emotionally intense track that brings in hints of goth and Joshua Tree-era U2. With a harmony that is hard to top, Alive is truly timeless. The careful instrumentation that comprises the backbone of the track stands up to repeat plays. The dynamic between guitar/drum and guitar/vocals are stunning; chiaroscuro (dark/light) is used to great effect here. We…
