Skip to main content

Album of the Week- Thundermother- Black and Gold

 

All-female hard rock act Thundermother is back with their fifth studio album, Black and Gold out Friday, August 19th via AFM Records.

'Black and Gold' was mixed, produced and mastered by Soren Anderson at Bagpipe Studios in Stockholm and Copenhagen's Medley Studios. Andersen has helped bring out the best of the four women's strongest attributes with guitarist and founder Filippa Nassil on excellent form with a variety of guitar styles and solos. The twelve-track LP is described as ' every one of the songs on our new recording is a hit in its own right. This is no understatement as the band delivers a whole new version of themselves with their firebrand rock 'n' roll.

The LP begins in thunderous style with the raucous rocker 'The Light in The Sky' The familiar pounding of drummer Emlee Johanson segues into lead singer Guernica Mancini screaming 'What do you want/we stand united. /We are one with you, a resounding call to arms on this opening track. This is a true party anthem with a double chorus and meaty riffs. Next up is the title track Black and Gold', in which Filippa Nassal contributes four guitar tracks, including Rhythm, Solo, and slide and... a talk box. This is a real rocker with a fist-pumping chorus and some stellar guitar work from Nassil. 


The band seem to have gelled on this album and sounds like a band that is really having fun. In particular, Mancini has grown into the true rock vocalist many a fan would know. She extends her vocal range with more depth and soul, assisted by the addition of bassist Mona Lindgren. Lindgren has added some extra spice to the band's songwriting that is highlighted in this release. 'Raise Your Hands' is a real groove rocker with a blues vibe. 'Wasted' and 'Watch Out' are infectious party rockers with a real in-your-face feel. 'Hot Mess' is an unusual track for the band with Mancini expressing her soulful side to the stripped-back rhythm section and slow-tempo melodies.

I could go on and review every song because it is difficult to not pick out a highlight because each song shows the evolution of the band as a unit. The production values are excellent, whilst the band play a mixture of styles on here, including the sixties-inspired 'Looks No Hooks' and the powerful ballad 'Borrowed Time' to wrap up 'Black and Gold'

Overall, all bands have that one seminal album that defines a band's true standing and 'Black and Gold' could be that for Thundermother. The band's vocals, rhythm play, riffs, and penchant to write rock-solid tracks can testify to that.

Rating 9.5/10   Release Date: August 19th


If you want to discover further reviews like this, please click on the link below to follow the blog and receive all the latest news and playlists.



Thundermother are;

Filippa Nässil (Guitar), 
Guernica Mancini (Vocals),
 Emlee Johansson (Drums), 
Mona Lindgren (Bass)

TRACKLISTING
01 - The Light in the Sky
02 - Black and Gold
03 - Raise Your Hands
04 - Hot Mess
05 - Wasted
06 - Watch Out
07 - I Don’t Know You
08 - All Looks No Hooks
09 - Loud and Free
10 - Try with Love
11 - Stratosphere
12 - Borrowed Time


SOCIAL MEDIA
https://www.facebook.com/thundermother/
https://www.thundermother.com/
https://www.instagram.com/thundermother/
https://twitter.com/thundermother
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyyyZ8cMvrLvEvfAraTnsFQ


VIDEO 'SINGLES'

'I Don't Know You'





'Watch Out'



Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Single Review: Allan James- Our dreams

Words were written by Anselm Anderson for Rambling Man's Reviews Allan James  is a much-accomplished singer-songwriter, based in Northern Virginia, USA James is a self-taught musician, who began playing guitar and singing songs aged 8 and by the time he reached his early teens, James had started to record and perform his original music for school, dances, and charities. James returned to the US following a successful stint as host of his own guitar TV show in Iceland, whilst living over there. Allan James achieved critical acclaim following the release of his debut single on local radio stations, as well as releasing  6 albums to date. James has always been at the forefront of utilizing technologies and using the internet to build a fanbase.  He now returns with " Our Dreams", the latest single off his forthcoming new album. A beautifully structured track that captures the soul with its succinct guitar play and poetic lyrics. The track conjures feelings of serenity...
Post a Comment
Read more

Review: Stereophobia- Choke on This

Photo Credit: Eclipse Records   Words written by Anselm Anderson Last week, Stereophobia released their highly anticipated sophomore album, Choke on This , through Eclipse Records. This album follows their 2023 debut, No One Cares, and features a straightforward blend of alt-rock and grunge influences. Stereophobia is a power trio based in Lisbon, Portugal, consisting of guitarist and vocalist Mike Rocha, drummer Daniel Antunes, and bassist Bruno Santos. Produced by Miguel Camillo and mixed, mastered and recorded alongside Stereophobia at MC Studios. Choke on This consists of thirteen tracks filled with musically unsettling tones, angst-driven lyrics, and sonically enriching riffs that cut deep. Photo Credit: Rodrigo Vargas The album opens with an unsettling monologue that transitions into the intense cries of 'Maggots', which combines frenetic riffs and frenzied harsh vocals, propelling this album into a dramatic surge of grunge. The album maintains a grunge essence, echoing ...
Post a Comment
Read more

EP Review: Virtue in Vain-Nothing is All I Am

  CoverArtwork Courtesy of San Pr Words Written by Anselm Anderson Today marks the final chapter of an emphatic trilogy by British Metalcore Heavyweights , Virtue in Vain . Nothing is All I Am ' is the third instalment exploring human emotions and psyche.  The trio began their journey in 2015 with their debut EP,  For All You Know is the Mask I Wore ,  focusing on the loss of identity, before 2019's   Dusk//Dawn looking at the consequences of a terrible night out, whilst 'Nothing is All I Am ' focuses on rebuilding a fractured mind. The trio of lead vocalist Hywel Thomas, guitarist Mason Williams, and drummer Daniel Bryant hail from South Wales deliver another dose of metalcore that hits like a sledgehammer to the head. The band replicates what many other British bands of the genre do, but they bring a story behind their music. Their emotional cries blend with powerful riffs and down-tuned instrumentals that resonate long after the music has stopped. Their...
Post a Comment
Read more