Get ready to have some good rock n’ roll with the Pittsburgh-based rising stars CHANGING TYMZ as they unleash their most anticipated album entitled “FINISH THE RACE.” Entering the scene with a bang on July 5, 2024 (digital) and July 19, 2024 (physical), this 13-track collection is influenced by legendary bands like Queensrÿche, Rush, and Dream Theater, which is a great combination of modern rock n’ roll that is uniquely theirs, packed with audacious lyrics, great vocals, and strong instrumentalities.
The album opens with a spoken introduction through a track called “The Search for Clarity.” This track carries a mysterious and brooding vibe brought on by its evocative narrations of the human race and its long search for something—freedom. Technology? The foundation of our existence? Excellence? Accomplishment? All these thought-provoking philosophical issues are things that humans consider throughout their lifetime. Certainly, it is a cinematic opening to the musical ride that you’re about to experience through this album.
“Beyond the Realm” is a track that comes in like a massive wall of sound with its heavy and hard-hitting drums, guitar riffs, and powerful vocals. This track is a song about lifelong friendships and how they carve some paths in your life. It is a song that will make you reflect on your connections, as a line in the track suggests that real friends aren’t that hard to find; just be sure to open up your heart. It also serves as a strong reminder to check them out and reach out to them, although months and years may have passed. “Changing Times” will go well with this track. Both of these are intense; it is also worth noting that the guitar riffs on this track are just so satisfying, so be sure to listen to it fully.
One strength of this album is the vocal prowess of the band’s vocalists. As observed through tracks like “Enslaved” and “The Fear Is Gone,” although these tracks are still loaded with the band’s electrifying metal rock music, the crisp, clear, and intense vocals are definitely a highlight. It added a menacing vibe through each track, telling stories about how our darkest truths could somehow enslave us in our lives. Although they can also get lost through time, it is not a guarantee that guilt or regret will wash over you if you remember them or how liberating they are if you are fearless.
“Foundation” comes along with a slow start brought by the enchanting performance of an acoustic guitar, yet don’t be fooled; that is not all—by the middle of the track, you will be bombarded with the singing and the marching sound of the hard-hitting, intense drums. This track gives off a vibe like it is a war song performed before and during fierce fights. This song is followed by “Barely Alive,” a track giving off a classic 80’s rock n’ roll sound, and “The Light of Day,” a track that could pass up as the official soundtrack of an extreme action RPG game. “Shadows,” “So Far Away (Remix), and “Shark Attack (A Grim Attack)” were also included in this collection. The variety of tracks featured on this album is just absolutely insane.
The track “Passion” is a personal favorite. Not only does it talk about how passion is somehow what your soul craves in times that you’re lost, but it is also packed with an energetic vibe brought by the soaring vocals of the performer. Its catchy hooks will be sculpted into your head. The hard-hitting drums and the searing sound of the guitar add to this chaotic goodness. Alongside it is the track “In the Darkness,” a hauntingly good song that talks about how during the darkest times, there’s always a flickering light, be it a small light from a candle during the storm or the sparkles of stars in the darkest time. This depicts how a little light can help a person get through their darkest times and how the smallest spark of light can make the darkest shadows go away. It is a great song with great meaning.
FINISH THE RACE is an album full of intense and electrifying tracks that would satisfy your hard-core metal rock cravings. It will remind you of the power and grit that this genre brings to the table. Describing this album as packed is an understatement—it is an album overflowing with energy, sense, and potential. From the way it was written to the way it was performed, you couldn’t really ask them for more because the band gave so much for this album. As observed in this collection, each track is treated with careful consideration and finesse, making it all a satisfying listening experience. The lyrics were also well-written, as they easily conveyed their message and story to the listeners, adding to the world-building vibe that this album carries due to its great instrumentality.
Verdict? This album deserves your time and your full attention. Don’t miss your chance to experience great music through the album FINISH THE RACE by CHANGING TYMZ, now streaming on all your favorite platforms. Be sure to listen, save, and share it with your friends. Stay updated with the news and upcoming releases of CHANGING TYMZ by following their social media accounts. Stream FINISH THE RACE by CHANGING TYMZ now!
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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.
