The Novaks – Things Fall Apart Review
St. John’s, Newfoundland has never sounded so hardcore, thanks to The Novaks of course. The maritime trio has been busy this year following the release of their album “Things Fall Apart”. After hearing them live at NxNE I was eager to see if the same energy could translate in the recording studio. This album really channels the classic rock of the 80s and 90s. It’s heavy, it’s traditional, and it’s a great example of what Can-rock has to offer.
From the introductory track “Why Wonder?” to the closing “Runaway”, The Novaks exude a raw energy. Lead singer Mick Davis sounds like a good cross between Tom Petty and Bob Dylan echoing vocals across tracks. The music sports grandiose guitar riffs in the forefront of almost every track backed up closely by the tight bass and drum lines of Mark Neary and Elliott Dicks. Things Fall Apart brings the classic rock back but don’t expect to hear anything new, it’s not here to do that. It’s here to eclipse the idea that all music has to push the bar when it can deliver what works instead. What works on this album is best demonstrated through “Destroyer” and “Runaway”. The metal inspired riffs mix well with what feels like the graces of folk and bring what I think we don’t hear enough of in Canadian indie music, rock.
The Novaks deliver classic rock and they do it well. If you’re a fan of big riffs and catchy lyrics then Things Fall Apart might be right up your alley. If that doesn’t interest you then chances are you won’t like this record. The straight forward direct nature isn’t attempting to hold anyone’s hand, but then again rock & roll doesn’t care either way.
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The Novaks – Things Fall Apart
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