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Nevertheless, this one is worth it, as it is definitely an album to check out that the guys, who have been playing together since '97, have put out. On "Obstacles and Playgrounds" there are ten melodic tracks that bring a great ebb and flow of feelings. Emotional parts of vocals and instrumentals complement each other pleasantly with direct, casually played hard riffs. It rolls powerfully in the style of Billy Talent, even if the real hit is missing from the disc. All songs are somehow good, but none really stick. Alternative or not, they’ve got it down, from the intricate guitar work and tight bends to the metronomically driven drums. Particularly standout tracks are "Scattered Fall" and "Whilst we’re on the subject," which are sure to rock live.
Sound-wise, there’s nothing to complain about again, but in today’s world, where home recording has become an affordable endeavor, that’s really nothing new. This doesn’t mean that a novice was at work here. Lockjaw Records did a good job. The clear, direct sound is appropriate for the genre, and every little nuance of the songs is perfectly staged. Drums, bass, the two guitars, and ultimately vocals are exactly where they belong. Clean work!
They don’t annoy, they rock, and I kind of like them, but it’s not the next big hit. However, I prefer to conclude with a positive statement and recommend this to anyone who is into the genre and to anyone who needs a bit of variety.
Link: Device
Label: Lockjaw Records
