There’s a thrilling way to experience the music of Gamma Rage, and that is to put all the tracks on shuffle, imagine all the tracks like it’s a slot machine, and see what you will hear next. On the 13th of September, the US-based band unveiled their self-titled album “Gamma Rage,” covering a nine-track high-powered collection that showcases the band’s signature hard-hitting sound and musical prowess. It is an impressive project that is a blend of grunge and high-powered rock sound that will surely leave a lasting impression throughout the listening journey.
The album opens with the track “Gloom,” a great representation of the sound of Gamma Rage. This piece will draw you immediately with the distorted riffs of guitar that carry a heavy weight of despair and dread—it is something personal and raw with emotions that plead for release. This track is intense right off the bat.
The track “Duncehall” then follows with its melodic, repetitive, and easy-to-understand notes and chords. It is an interesting track that carries a sci-fi theme that involves wanting to be taken by aliens. Moreover, this track also depicts auditory hallucinations and probably psychosis, which is also reflected in the sound and general vibe of the song—it is spiraling. “Crash and Burn,” on the other hand, is packed again with the unique sound of the band. The hard-pounding drums and the clever use of structured words throughout the track are noteworthy—it is frenetic. This instrumentation embodies the whole theme of the track, which is unique and crazy. This track is different—but good.
“Blindsided” is a track that also carries the distinct and signature sound of the band. The slow ramping up of the heavy and grinding rhythm of the track mirrors the force that this track carries—it is haunting since it is packed with despair and personal issues. “Scorcher” then follows this track with its fiery take on the melodic and hard-pounding sound of this album. This track is unpredictable; it strikes with a much more aggressive tone as carried by the harsh and intense performance of the vocalists, showcasing their vocal prowess as a rock band. The relentless distorted sound of the guitar and the ramming of drums punctuates the great listening experience for this track; moreover, to hear more from Gamma Rage, the tracks “Crimes,” “Scp 3000,” “Glory Box,” and “Wake Me” are also featured on this release.
Ultimately, Gamma Rage is a quality production from the band. It carries the power of the band that would surely impress the listeners through their top performances. It is authentic hard rock and grunge that is compelling and uniquely personal. Each track is produced intricately and features a different kind of vibe and influence, which rightfully proves the capacity of the band to produce different sets of pieces in one collection. It is also deeply connecting; though packed with heavy themes, its honest words and storytelling are packed with punch, especially felt by those people who have experienced the same darkness in their lives. Gamma Rage will satisfy all your grunge-and-punk thirst in this collection. So, listen to Gamma Rage and follow this band’s socials to know more about them and their music! Check out “Gamma Rage” now and experience their music!
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About the Author
Tine Quirino, also known as Kristine, is a writer (frustrated one), a dreamer (serial sleeper), an INFJ (also INTP/J), a (professional) fangirl, and a good listener (‘literally and figuratively,’ she states).
She is just here, lurking somewhere, enjoying all your music. Music of any kind is still music, after all.
