In an era where music often adheres to rigid genres and predictable formulas, MALโs album โCome to Lightโ stands as a refreshing and audacious exploration of sound. This ambitious trio, consisting of Kristopher Jung (vocals/guitar), Peter Hollywood (Bass), and Brendan Reynolds (Drums), has crafted a musical odyssey that defies categorization, transcending boundaries and expectations.
โCome to Lightโ is a whirlwind of genres and sonic experiences. It boldly navigates through alternative, experimental, modern psychedelia, hard rock, indie, modern grunge, and space rock, often blurring the lines between them. What emerges is an album that refuses to be pigeonholed, constantly surprising the listener with its ever-shifting musical landscape.
From the very beginning, itโs clear that MAL is not interested in conformity. The albumโs opener, โSleeper,โ sets the tone with its cacophony of crashing and colliding guitars and drums. This disarray, however, is not chaos for the sake of chaos; itโs a calculated, controlled descent into musical madness. The result is a sonic experience that mirrors the maddening confusion and unreliability in the world, making the music feel timely and relevant.
Kristopher Jungโs raspy, high-pitched vocals are a driving force throughout the album. His voice teeters on the edge of insanity, perfectly complementing the instability and unreliability in the music. Itโs a performance that gets under your skin, inviting you to surrender to its chaotic beauty, groove and headbang while questioning your own sanity.
MALโs โCome to Lightโ invites us to break free from musical conventions and explore the wild, untamed terrain of sound. For those who crave music that challenges, provokes, and ultimately enlightens, this album is a must-listen.
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Review By: Naomi Joan