The Scarlet "Midnight Avenue" EP
Release date: January 16, 2015
Running time: 19:45, 6 tracks
After and interesting demo in 2013 and a single / video released in 2014 to whet appetites, the band from Budapest The Scarlet have just issued their 6 track EP “Midnight Avenue”. When I reviewed their demo, I told that their line-up was closer to Firkin, but their sound and attitude was inspired by Paddy and The Rats. They have pushed forward those influences and have hired Paddy and The Rats singer Kristóf Oravecz as producer. The result is obvious: a more mature sound and brilliant arrangements that have improved Daniel’s songs.
The 6 track EP begins with “Thief of Dublin”, which is an upbeat song with a tight rhythm section, backing vocals à la Paddy and The Rats and a great electric guitar work. Flute and fiddle lead the sound and there is a traditional tune in the middle of the track.
The next number is titled “The Jester’s Way Home” and even if the beginning with keyboards is a little bit slower, it runs faster immediately. This track has a sound which is closer to the numbers from their demo, but all the arrangements (backing vocals, guitar work) are in line with the opening track.
Track number 3 is called “Jacky Wood”. It’s a fast-paced song on which banjo can be heard. The flute really shines at the second half of the song.
Surely you will be dancing and singing-along with those songs and then you’ll need a short break. Then, “Misfortune” will be the perfect number. Kaposvári Tamás (cello) and Balázs Pongrácz (piano) guest on this superb number which also features a kick-ass electric guitar part.
Once again The Scarlet shift to the Celtic punk territory with “Drunken Scallywag”. The beginning of the song has a The Cure vibe, but the song is clearly a Celtic punk goes metal number.
Finally, The Scarlet have included their single from 2014 as bonus track. “Phoenix” is an awesome pirate punk song with further metal influences. Join the band and sing-a-long: “Yo-Ho, we never surrender …”
As you can see, there are no covers and all the songs have been written by Daniel. Congrats mate! The EP is only available as a digital release and it’s available at iTunes, Amazon and Deezer.
The Scarlet have grown-up as a band with “Midnight Avenue”. They have followed the approach that I really appreciate: original songs, a top-notch studio to record the EP (Nordic) and an excellent producer that can help them to evolve as musicians. Great job!
Release date: January 16, 2015
Running time: 19:45, 6 tracks
After and interesting demo in 2013 and a single / video released in 2014 to whet appetites, the band from Budapest The Scarlet have just issued their 6 track EP “Midnight Avenue”. When I reviewed their demo, I told that their line-up was closer to Firkin, but their sound and attitude was inspired by Paddy and The Rats. They have pushed forward those influences and have hired Paddy and The Rats singer Kristóf Oravecz as producer. The result is obvious: a more mature sound and brilliant arrangements that have improved Daniel’s songs.
The 6 track EP begins with “Thief of Dublin”, which is an upbeat song with a tight rhythm section, backing vocals à la Paddy and The Rats and a great electric guitar work. Flute and fiddle lead the sound and there is a traditional tune in the middle of the track.
The next number is titled “The Jester’s Way Home” and even if the beginning with keyboards is a little bit slower, it runs faster immediately. This track has a sound which is closer to the numbers from their demo, but all the arrangements (backing vocals, guitar work) are in line with the opening track.
Track number 3 is called “Jacky Wood”. It’s a fast-paced song on which banjo can be heard. The flute really shines at the second half of the song.
Surely you will be dancing and singing-along with those songs and then you’ll need a short break. Then, “Misfortune” will be the perfect number. Kaposvári Tamás (cello) and Balázs Pongrácz (piano) guest on this superb number which also features a kick-ass electric guitar part.
Once again The Scarlet shift to the Celtic punk territory with “Drunken Scallywag”. The beginning of the song has a The Cure vibe, but the song is clearly a Celtic punk goes metal number.
Finally, The Scarlet have included their single from 2014 as bonus track. “Phoenix” is an awesome pirate punk song with further metal influences. Join the band and sing-a-long: “Yo-Ho, we never surrender …”
As you can see, there are no covers and all the songs have been written by Daniel. Congrats mate! The EP is only available as a digital release and it’s available at iTunes, Amazon and Deezer.
The Scarlet have grown-up as a band with “Midnight Avenue”. They have followed the approach that I really appreciate: original songs, a top-notch studio to record the EP (Nordic) and an excellent producer that can help them to evolve as musicians. Great job!
Tracklist:
1 - Thief of Dublin 2:55
2 - The Jester's Way Home 3:12
3 - Jacky Wood 3:17
4 - Misfortune 3:39
5 - Drunken Scallywag 3:23
6 - Phoenix (Bonus Track) 3:18
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Review by Kinksmarkham
1 - Thief of Dublin 2:55
2 - The Jester's Way Home 3:12
3 - Jacky Wood 3:17
4 - Misfortune 3:39
5 - Drunken Scallywag 3:23
6 - Phoenix (Bonus Track) 3:18
Website
Soundcloud
Click to buy:
iTunes
Amazon
Review by Kinksmarkham
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