Are you ready for some awesome sound? National Security Band once again is back to defy all the boundaries of music. Dropping this 17th day of May 2024, the album “Critical Sound Theory” will create huge waves in the music industry. With the band’s awesome sounds of rock and captivating synths that are guaranteed to make your head spin, this album could easily evoke emotions by just listening in. This 8-track album perfectly encapsulates the vision of a world obsessed with technology where humans suffer from the bad side of their own creation. It is dark, and intense, and will make you think and reflect on your actions.
The album opens with the track “Agastopia“. It is packed with so much intensity featuring awesome guitar riffs and rhythms that catch your attention. This track is a signature sound of the band and hints at society’s involvement in corruption and how apathy reigns in a lot of people setting the stage for what to expect on this whole project.
The track “Without You” is a track that can make you feel like spinning. This track is heavy on riffs on the guitar and its explosive energy is irresistible. On the other hand, “Indignant Sheep” is on a different side of the spectrum. It is hypnotic and mesmerizing, and it has captivating vocals that create a trance-inducing atmosphere for the whole song.
On a personal account, “AI Has No Soul” is a favorite. This track showcases the dedication of the band to producing great music. This song is packed with amazing instrumentation and a head-bobbing rhythm that guarantees a great listening experience. Along with this track is “Internecion“, another personal favorite. It features sounds that would perfectly fit as BGM for great dystopian-themed movies. This song is packed with the band’s signature guitar riffs and awesome heavy and rhythmic drums. These tracks create an intense sound that makes you feel that something ominous is about to happen, leaving you uneasy.
“Humans Need Not Apply“, “The Reversion“, and “Far Cry” are tracks that are also featured in the album Critical Sound Theory. These tracks offer a unique perspective and exploration of the dystopian and dark themes of the whole project. This is an album that induces you to think critically about societal issues while listening to masterfully crafted music. You will appreciate how the National Security Band has incorporated their top-notch talents and skills in crafting this project – making this whole thing a success.
Ultimately, Critical Sound Theory is a refreshing sound amidst the current predictable mood and music that trends in the industry. The National Security Band has made a bold move and successfully explored the darker aspects of societal issues that many have chosen to ignore. This album is top-notch when it comes to sound, exceptional when it comes to instrumentation, and thought-provoking in terms of its lyrical prowess; overall, it is packed and it is great. With its upcoming release, this album promises a great listening experience brought by the skilled craftsmanship of the National Security Band. Critical Sound Theory is a must listen! So be sure to pre-save! Check out the National Security Band and follow all their social media accounts to know more about this awesome band and keep track of their upcoming releases! Don’t forget to stream “Critical Sound Theory” available on all of your favorite streaming platforms on May 17th!
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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.
