Pilgrim – Phonetics Review
Okay, so even though this review should probably have been posted three months ago, it was well worth the wait to finally sit down and listen to an original, fresh rock album. Pilgrim, comprised of four guys from London, ON, are, in my opinion, a diamond in the rough, and maybe with the right stroke of luck can have a real shot at making it in the bizz. First off, the lead singer’s vocals resemble those of Brandon Boyd, lead singer of Incubus, and maybe even a little Serj Tankian, when he’s actually singing. What’s more is that on Phonetics, there is such an array of genres and different sounds and styles, that it’s truly hard to ever get bored while listening, definitely making it a solid rock/experimental album.
On the album, each song brings something new and unique to the table, keeping you guessing and wanting to hear more. My favourite song on the album is “Whispers from Home”, which maintains a bouncy bass beat throughout that is complemented by crazy marching band-esque drums. About 2.5 minutes in, the electric guitar takes over and the song is transformed into a song reminiscent of much of classic rock. The lead singer’s voice actually sounds a little like Eddie Vedder also, so you can see how I really dug this song, as will everyone who hears it. Another fantastic track, “Cut And Paste”, combines bluesy-piano with the familiar guitar riffs and rock vocals.
This album was definitely a privilege to review. Never predictable, always impressive, Pilgrim’s debut album is really something special. I would have to agree with another review for Phonetics, that it walks a fine line between mainstream and indie. The album certainly appeals to a broad audience since the band experiments with many different genres of music.
Cut and Paste by Pilgrim
Animals and Time by Pilgrim
Whispers From Home by Pilgrim
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I have the privilege of knowing these guys and they are as amazing as their music!
Whispers From Home is definatly my favorite of their songs!