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EP OF THE WEEK: ONE LAST DAY: CHAPTER 1: THE END IS THE BEGINNING

A man stand on top of a mountain during the apocalypse
 


Words by Anselm Anderson


Fast-rising UK hard rockers One Last Day released their much-anticipated debut, Chapter 1: The End Is the Beginning last month via Forge AMP Entertainment.

The South-East newcomers have been described as 'heavy and emotive', combining several different rock styles to forge their own identity. The band were formed over a jam session by guitarists Gareth Stapleton and John Harmsworth, who were later joined by vocalist Alex Willox and drummer Adrian Osman. The band produced this eight-track EP, with mixing and Mastering done by IgniteAmr and the artwork completed by Polish artist Piotr.

The EP begins with the fabled 'Prologue 'that many bands choose to open albums with these days. A dark and sinister intro that sees the guitars and bass building towards the explosive 'Burning Inside', a reminder rock is certainly not dead. A blistering intro of guitars, powerful vocals, and menacing drums is a good start for the talented quartet.

Next up is the equally emotional 'This Bottle Got Me', a poignant message about alcoholism. The music is darker than the previous track, which sees vocalist Alex Willox singing deep from the pit of his stomach in a reflective tone. The guitars are less aggressive, and the drums are evenly matched with the music.

The EP continues with strong songwriting and powerful lyrics that are relayed through raw emotions to appeal to new listeners.

'Holding Onto Nothing' is a more melodic track in contrast to the heavier ones at the start. Vocalist Willox's warm and pained vocals sing against the backdrop of distorted guitar harmonies. This certainly feels like another personal track on the EP.

'Not Ready To Die' is another melancholic, emotive rock song with some beautiful and haunting guitar instrumental breaks that juxtapose with the raging solos at the end.

And finally. 'I'm Here To Stay', which is another melodic rock song that is come to expect on this EP. Overall, One Last Day writes strong rock music with a contemporary edge. The band's meaningful lyrics appeal to reach new, younger fans, as well as please die-hard older fans of music to fully enjoy and rock out to.


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'Holding Onto Nothing'


'This Bottle Got Me'


'Not Ready To Die'







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