You From Before (2017)-9.2
Genre 1: Alternative Rock
Genre 2: Indie Rock
Genre 3: Shoegaze
For Fans Of: Acceptance, Moving Mountains, Icarus The Owl, Foxtrax,
Blueblack, We Take Fire
Blueblack, We Take Fire
Formed In: 2016
Status: Working on new material / readjusting lineup
Label(s): Unsigned
Recorded at: Greenroom Studios
Mixed By: Tom Malinowski
Mastered by: Ed Brooks of Resonant Mastering
-Album Review-
The Betters' debut release You From Before is an excellent addition to Long Island's already large collection of Indie and Alternative rock bands. This debut release maintains a poppy, radio friendly sound, but without the typical basic/mainstream composition or approach. Every song from start to finish is crafted with incredible guitar work, solid drum work and lovable vocals. I love how the vocals sound familiar and unique at the same time.
My first thought upon visiting the band's bandcamp was thinking that the price was a little steep, I mean, it's $7 for a local band's debut with only six tracks. But, by the time I finished listening, my opinion was adjusted. As you can hear, this album is essentially of the highest quality of recording, mixing and mastering, and I'm pretty sure that couldn't have come too cheaply. Speaking of which, my only complaint is that I can't really hear the bass well which is a bit of a shame, but not exactly uncommon. The bass playing is best heard on the self-titled track "You From Before", and it sounds great and beautiful! Wish it was noticeable more often. Aside from that though, the two guitar players step it up big time with fantastic riffs, melodies, and harmonies. They play off of each other and that's definitely the coolest part about this band in my opinion. Keeping in mind that this is a debut release, I'm absolutely stoked to see where these guys progress from here. The Betters have a lot of potential with their original style and their catchy compositions. I also get the feeling that they're the type of band that's even better live, so hopefully I can catch these guys sometime soon.
Favorite track: "You From Before"
The Betters is:
Guitar / Vocals - Eric L
Drums - Ian B Guitar - Brandon K
Bass / Vocals - Mike W
Listen and buy the album at any of these places!
Bandcamp:
https://thebetters.bandcamp.com/releasesFacebook:
https://www.facebook.com/thebettersband/
