EP REVIEW- SECONDHAND HABIT- CONTACT HIGH (UNDISCOVERED GEM)

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Secondhand Habit is another prospective talent, emanating from Canada. Contact High is the name of their latest release, a collection of 7 singles the band has recorded over the past year. The quintet combines combustible rock 'n' roll with synergetic guitar riffs and pummeling drum beats.

They have spent the past few years touring Canada, opening for Electric Six, Nashville Pussy & Daniel Wesley to name but a few. This has now brought the band much-needed admiration, following the success of its predecessor "From the Ashes",  including me. I noticed an email from the band, asking for coverage. I was intrigued when I read a list of comparisons, which namechecked Nirvana, Mastodon, Alice In Chains, and Faith No More. The result is a pinch of these influences that piqued my interest.

Opener 'Hey' is an explosive number to get things started. Groove-laden riffs, solid drumming, and a lyrical nature that reflects the songwriter's free-spirited demeanour.



 


Get Back looks at the breakdown of a relationship, exemplified through blistering solos, a catchy chorus, and full-throttle rock to move on with.


 

Soundwaves is the standout track for me, with an obvious A.I.C. influence. Turner's vocal register is confident and smooth, steeped in emotion. The dissonant chords, chug along with drummer Skylar Wilson's timely strikes and bassist Levi Megnibir's skilful basslines. The lyrics feel like a message to themselves not to give up. I enjoy how they write motivational songs like this with strong songwriting and enjoyable riffs.


 



Finally, the dark and broody Shapeshift closes things up like a rabid rottweiler, baying for blood. The echoes of highly charged guitars resonate around the eardrums with a serious purpose to educate about, what I guess, is about mental health. Turner ruminates, as the eeriness of drums circulates his
worrisome tone
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Second-Hand Habit is;



Jesse Turner- Vocals/Guitar

Jon Yellowless- Guitar

Levi Meginbir- Bass

Skyler Wilson- Drums











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