Born From Pain Sands Of Time & In Love With The End
Metal Blade Records / Black Market Activities 2004/2005
By Russell Garwood
Blasting their way out of the land of pot and windmills, Hollands very own Born From Pain have recently signed with Black Market Activities. The band play an unremitting mix of NYHC and metal, yes were in metalcore territory here, and if youre averse to the style you will find few redeeming factors, and nothing surprising, in either of these releases. That said they are both solid, heavy metalcore; In Love.. proves slightly more metallic than its predecessor. The guitars are pretty tight, with occasional discords and strong rhythm work, but for the most part focus on a relentless barrage, with sporadic hints of melody. Metal leanings are apparent throughout, and there are even gasp occasional solos. The drums are curshing and entirely fitting, while the bass provides a powerful low end, being relatively high in the mix. The vocals remain a caustic mid-range growl/shout throughout. The metalisms tend to lean towards the death side of things.
Sands Of Time is more hardcore orientated, and can feel formulaic at times. Solid production is welcome, and a short running time stops it from becoming boring. Despite lacking individuality, this comes recommended for metalcore fans. In Love With The End is more metallic, and generally tighter than its forerunner. There is slightly more melody, and the release is more accessible. As such, this is likely to attract a wider audience, but is still probably one primarily for metalcore purists. Two solid, if somewhat uninspired releases, I look forward to hearing more from Born From Pain with some originality they could be a force to be reckoned with.
Sands Of Time 6/10
In Love With The End 7/10
Official Metal Blade Records website
Metal Blade Records / Black Market Activities 2004/2005
By Russell Garwood
Blasting their way out of the land of pot and windmills, Hollands very own Born From Pain have recently signed with Black Market Activities. The band play an unremitting mix of NYHC and metal, yes were in metalcore territory here, and if youre averse to the style you will find few redeeming factors, and nothing surprising, in either of these releases. That said they are both solid, heavy metalcore; In Love.. proves slightly more metallic than its predecessor. The guitars are pretty tight, with occasional discords and strong rhythm work, but for the most part focus on a relentless barrage, with sporadic hints of melody. Metal leanings are apparent throughout, and there are even gasp occasional solos. The drums are curshing and entirely fitting, while the bass provides a powerful low end, being relatively high in the mix. The vocals remain a caustic mid-range growl/shout throughout. The metalisms tend to lean towards the death side of things.
Sands Of Time is more hardcore orientated, and can feel formulaic at times. Solid production is welcome, and a short running time stops it from becoming boring. Despite lacking individuality, this comes recommended for metalcore fans. In Love With The End is more metallic, and generally tighter than its forerunner. There is slightly more melody, and the release is more accessible. As such, this is likely to attract a wider audience, but is still probably one primarily for metalcore purists. Two solid, if somewhat uninspired releases, I look forward to hearing more from Born From Pain with some originality they could be a force to be reckoned with.
Sands Of Time 6/10
In Love With The End 7/10
Official Metal Blade Records website
