Sunday, February 10, 2019

Stompbox: Stress



Get up, come on get down with the sickness.... Oh wait, this isn't Disturbed, but man, the riff from the opening track of "Stress" is almost, well, I'll let you decide. Anyhow, Stompbox play a heavy sounding alternative metal with some progressive elements and grunge mixed in. Upon first listen, I didn't pay this album much mind, but after a few additional listens, I began to hear the progressive and heavier elements more clearly and appreciated the sound much more. I like grunge and alternative metal, but they’re not my go to genre of choice, I always like to come across one that slips under the radar. Fans of the transitioning sound metal found itself in during the early 90’s will definitively get a kick out of this, but I think anyone looking for a slightly less heavy, more hard rock oriented sound would enjoy this as well.

Highlights: "No Woods...No Backstage Pass!", "The Making of Pump", "Now What it's Worth" "Forever (In Blue Jeans)"

Rating: 3

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