Albatross - “The Kissing Flies” EP
Mumbai-based traditional heavy metal quintet, Albatross, is a band that
combines bone-chilling stories with bone-crushing metal. The bands’ members
consist of Biprorshee Das – Vocals, Vignesh-
Guitars, Nishith- Guitars, Jay Thacker – Drums and Dr. Hex- Fretless Bass.
Albatross released their new EP, “The Kissing Flies” on 20
June 2012 but didn’t hit the Australian shores until 2013. Songs on the EP are Whither, Uncle Sunny at the
Tavern, Kissing Flies and From Ashes Comes Life.
I wasn’t really to sure what to
expect from this EP, as I had only heard a couple of songs from their previous
EP, “Dinner Is You” (2010) and didn’t know a great deal about the band. Listening to the songs and music was like
being submerged into an amazing piece of musical art. I was blown away by each
track. I was amazed by the wide range of vocals by Biprorshee,
who demonstrated how unbelievably talented his vocals are. The drums, guitars
and bass are all amazing and combined with the vocals, make this a really
enjoyable album to listen to. “The Kissing Flies” EP would have be one of my
favourite EP’s. It’s difficult to find a favourite song as they are all brilliant.
The EP plays for approximately 28 minutes.
The sound on this EP is very unique and rare. The genre is difficult to describe as it
combines several styles, such as power metal, thrash metal, heavy metal,
blended with the traditions of Indian culture and stories. Albatross have discovered a sound of their own
that has the ability to send blood curdling shivers down one’s spine while
being entertaining. While their first
EP, “Dinner Is You” is a very good EP, “The Kissing Flies” has really stepped
up and proved that the guys can write, perform and excel on a whole other
level. I for one can’t wait for their
new album when it comes out in the near future.
Listening to this EP has opened my eyes. Thanks to Albatross, I am now listening to
new bands with similar sounds and vocals. It doesn’t matter what genre of metal
you are into, I think you will enjoy this. I have converted a few mates into
new Albatross fans. I was lucky enough to have met the guys when they played in
Sydney recently, and lucky enough to have them sign my copy of the album.
Albatross “The Kissing Flies” are definitely in my top 5
albums this year. Expect big things in
the future from Albatross … they’re the ones to watch.
(Reviewed by Collin Brophy)
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