Sybreed Slave Design
Reality Entertainment September 7th, 2004
By Jason Jordan
Searching for a more industrial-based Fear Factory? For all two of you that are, look no further than the Swiss Sybreed. The latter liberally borrow the rhythmical elements of FF, while hints of Meshuggah appear now and then. All things considered, its by no means a bad sound.
Bioactive is a fine introduction to the band, and the album as a whole. The debut opens strongly; frantic drumming, industrial-tinged synths, and spiraling guitars interweave to form a no-less-than-competent track. ReEvolution, although bleak in scope, is a natural progression from Bioactive. The stop/start drumming adds a certain ambience that couldnt be achieved any other way. From 2:30 to 3:00, youll swear youre listening to Meshuggah. Rhythmically speaking, the band is extremely tight as evidenced by Decoy. Synthetic Breed, however, is rather menial. Next Day Will Never Come revives the atmosphere with its somber verse delivery and mellow section. All in all, the record doesnt let up as far as quality goes. I found myself enjoying every song sans a track or two and thats a difficult feat to accomplish. Sybreed most certainly have their strong points: their ability to craft enrapturing rhythms, superb industrial accompaniment, and a sheer polished feel that comes with this release.
Its true that Slave Design has its dry spots, but dont let this deter you from glimpsing into Reality Entertainments latest output. Contemplating Sybreeds originality is a bit convoluted, though the groups talent deserves accreditation. You could do a lot worse than checking out Sybreeds Slave Design.
7/10
Official Sybreed website
Official Reality Entertainment website
Reality Entertainment September 7th, 2004
By Jason Jordan
Searching for a more industrial-based Fear Factory? For all two of you that are, look no further than the Swiss Sybreed. The latter liberally borrow the rhythmical elements of FF, while hints of Meshuggah appear now and then. All things considered, its by no means a bad sound.
Bioactive is a fine introduction to the band, and the album as a whole. The debut opens strongly; frantic drumming, industrial-tinged synths, and spiraling guitars interweave to form a no-less-than-competent track. ReEvolution, although bleak in scope, is a natural progression from Bioactive. The stop/start drumming adds a certain ambience that couldnt be achieved any other way. From 2:30 to 3:00, youll swear youre listening to Meshuggah. Rhythmically speaking, the band is extremely tight as evidenced by Decoy. Synthetic Breed, however, is rather menial. Next Day Will Never Come revives the atmosphere with its somber verse delivery and mellow section. All in all, the record doesnt let up as far as quality goes. I found myself enjoying every song sans a track or two and thats a difficult feat to accomplish. Sybreed most certainly have their strong points: their ability to craft enrapturing rhythms, superb industrial accompaniment, and a sheer polished feel that comes with this release.
Its true that Slave Design has its dry spots, but dont let this deter you from glimpsing into Reality Entertainments latest output. Contemplating Sybreeds originality is a bit convoluted, though the groups talent deserves accreditation. You could do a lot worse than checking out Sybreeds Slave Design.
7/10
Official Sybreed website
Official Reality Entertainment website
