To Die for – “All Eternity”
I love this CD! You can’t tell me that this band didn’t listen to The Cure (coincidence?-ed). The catchy 4-chord progressions, the brilliant ear for melody, keyboards, the vocalist’s uncanny resemblance to Robert Smith, all of these elements are obviously influenced by the 80’s masters of pop, The Cure. Surprises abound on this CD, however. One might be tempted to write them off as another gothic alternative band, until the guitarist unexpectedly tears into some Ynwie like solo licks and the drummer works some tasteful double-bass work into his grooves. On top of that, the female vocals opens up beautifully. This is, in spite of the obvious pop influences, a metal band, and I love how the mix of influences turns out. I look forward to further work from this band and hope to see them live someday. A definite must buy!