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EP Review: Before The Sirens- As it is Above, So it is Below

Photo Artwork courtesy of Rogue PR

 Words written by Anselm Anderson


Before the Sirens is another exciting new discovery on British shores. They released their most recent EP in December of last year, a follow-up to their debut EP, Desolate Seas and Darkened Skies. The EP is 'As it is Above, 'So it is Below, and the five-track brings an intense new sound with soaring vocal melodies and heavy riffs. The band is described as metalcore, but I argue they lean more towards a modern, accessible metal route.

The band are fronted by vocalist Alun Davies, guitarist Chris Tiday, bassist Adam Aldridge and drummer Alex Budge. On this latest outing, they write about struggles and mental health. 


Promo Shoot courtesy of Rogue PR.

These themes are evident in the way the music is presented. In the opening track, "As It Is Above," vocalist Davies’s soft vocal textures blend seamlessly with the fierce riffs and pounding drums. This combination conveys a sense of imploration, as he grapples with the harsh vocals that echo in the background.' Trust' is a standard radio-friendly post-grunge rock track that centres on crushing vocal melodies, punchy distorted riffs, gut-wrenching harsh vocals, and thick, eerie breakdowns. These attributes contribute to the overall sound, making me think they have more in common with bands like Breaking Benjamin and early Alter Bridge than with the Metalcore genre.

"All We Are" is an emotional track filled with heart-wrenching vocals and gritty riffs that culminate in a powerful sonic explosion. I appreciate how each track is straightforward and directly touches the emotions without any incoherent screaming or flashy vocals.' Higher' is a powerful metal track with drumming that resembles huge waves crashing against rocks during a stormy night.

Finally, "So it is Below" is a haunting and melancholic track featuring soaring vocals, pounding drums, and a blend of clean and harsh vocals that build to a daunting climax.

Before the Sirens send out a warning signal with their powerful and emotional metal EP. I was impressed by the combination of singing and instrumentation, which makes for a great listen for fans of the emotional post-grunge bands from the 2000s.

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