At the Beginning...Again
Posted August 14, 2007
By IronJedi,
Much like the mythic tale of the Phoenix, small label band Over Ashes' start came from the "ashes" of another promising young band. O.A.'s debut, Begin Again, is a fresh start for the former frontman of Cross Culture and his new bandmates. Fans might expect their sound to be similar to his previous band's fun, funk flavored-sound, but O.A. opts for a thoroughly modern rock sound.
This Buckeye State trio creates a sound that packs a solid musical punch. Over Ashes' music is full of energy and zeal. Denver Shindle's percussion is crisp, tight and compelling. Gardy Garcia, O.A.'s bassist, reinforces Shindle's drums and seamlessly blends with David's solid guitar work. No two songs of Begin Again are alike, but they all are held together by tight musicianship and the varied vocal stylings of David; who can deliver quiet, raspy lyrics and plaintive, shouted vocals with equal deftness.
The songs of Begin Again resonate with themes of hope and encouragement delivered in strong beats and catchy rhythms. Head-banging rock (i.e. Riot), riff-driven power anthems (i.e. The Author, Hangin' On, etc.) and radio-friendly modern rock (i.e. Where I Want To Be and Annual Father- one of my personal favorites) abounds. When the band slows things down, their ballads become worshipful, intimate, vertically-oriented songs.
Over Ashes' debut is a stirring message of redemption and trust delivered in a rockin' package. If you like Pillar, P.O.D., Linkin Park, and Chevelle make a point to check out this bands fantastic debut. View All Music And Book Reviews By IronJedi | View IronJedi's Profile
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