EP REVIEW : AD MELIORA- THE VOID, THE TIME, THE PATH

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Stockholm-based mathcore act Ad Meliora released their five-track debut EP The Void, The Time, The Path last month. The band, derived from a Latin phrase meaning "Towards Better Things", consists of vocalist Paolo Alabau, Sergio Ortiz (guitars, vocals) bassist Abby Suarez, and drummer Ioan Ebbasta. They formed in 2019 with members originating from Italy, Spain, and the Canary Islands.

The band's combination of odd time signatures, angular melodies, and blazing guitars create a unique sound to enjoy. The opener "Escaping Forward" starts things off with a bang. The uptempo feel is amplified by groove-orientated riffs and an erratic edge. The howling vocals feel like Alabau is singing with a statement of intent. The catchy "Hour Of Z" arrives with aggressive fuzzy guitars. impassioned vocals and hook-laden choruses that stoke up memories of early 2000s metal bands. The Spanish-speaking "Gigante Roja" is a heart-wrenching ballad steeped full of haunting melodies ."10 AM" sees Alabau's raw emotion stretch across pulsating guitar lines to reflect a more commercial sound. And finally, the antagonizing "Doomsday Celebration" gets those fists clenching and heads snapping. The music interweaves between intimate strains in contrast to crunchy guitars and hellacious screams.

Overall, this is a consummate introduction to Ad Meliora. They show great flair and skill to write songs that stick in your mind. The irregular patterns reflect a band that is unafraid to convey true emotions to a new audience. Words by Anselm Anderson

The Void, The Tine, The Path are available now via all major streaming platforms.


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