Words by Anselm Anderson
Rising UK rockers Molly Karloff have released their eagerly awaited self-titled debut via Molly Makes Records. The Oxford-based trio combines punchy riffs, infectious choruses, and salacious grooves that have gained an international fanbase.
The band has won many plaudits from the likes of UK Radio station Planet Rock, as well as music publications like Powerplay, Hard Rock Hell Magazine, and Fireworks Magazine. Having listened to their singles "You Don't Know My Name" and "Breaking Out" earlier, I was eagerly anticipating reviewing their latest release. The ten-track LP was produced by Grammy Award-winning Producer Matt Exeter, whose previous work includes Cradle of Filth, Judas Priest, Black Sabbath etc.
The song "You Don't Know My Name" starts the album with a powerful riff and foot-tapping rhythms that set the tone for the rest of the release. "In The Night" turns up the volume with intense grooves and a crushing drum beat to keep the steady rock going. The production of the music is clean and unpolished, with each note distinctly audible. This is a credit to the trio for going into the studio and expressing themselves with no restraints. The dark, edgy guitar tone gives the band a distinction from other bands of the same ilk.
"Higher Than The Sun" has a thick, distorted groove that keeps the album flowing smoothly. As the album progresses, the trio transitions into a rockier sound with emphasis on catchy choruses and enough riffs to shake a stick at, such as on "Faceless", "Cult of Personality" and the latest single "Breaking Out". The band even dabbles in grunge with the distorted chords on "Black Flame".
In addition, Molly Karloff brings their famous energy into the studio with an album full of riffs and powerful songs that I fully enjoyed. Finally, "Ain't Gonna' Dance" and "Automatic" are the heavier tracks on here. They provide the band with extra depth and swagger to close this album.
Overall, Molly Karloff delivers a tantalizing dose of rock that will appease the most ardent rock fans.
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You Don't Know My Name
Higher Than the Sun
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