SoulBeast - Betrayed
Metal, Classic Metal, Hard Rock
OH, United States
Overall Impression:
SoulBeast comes out swinging with their intensely driven and definitively metallic song Betrayed. With a fast and crunchy sound well informed by the great metal acts of yesteryear, the band delivers a satisfyingly heavy reflection on the sensation of misplaced faith - and does so with skill and passion. Betrayed's lyrics run the gamut of self-consuming emotional turmoil that comes with treachery, and even goes so far as to address the solution to such self-consumption. Forgive the betrayer for your own sake, but never let yourself forget what they've done.
Strongest Point(s):
SoulBeast has really cohesive sound! Betrayed's mix is really solid and fully highlights the individual pieces of the band's overall sound - and I'm really digging every bit of it. The lead vocals are really great for this style, and I love the skill of the guitar solo at 3:09 - intensely exciting performance, and exactly what the song calls for. Also, great lyrics! It's not often you hear a song of this style and energy that dwells in the negative space as well as the constructive. Awesome work!
Target Audience Appeal:
Fans of classic metal will love this sound, and anyone craving something with a familiar tone but a new edge will find plenty to unpack with SoulBeast. Betrayed is an anthem of awareness - engaging in the darkness that accompanies infidelity while still encouraging listeners to seek self-assurance; a unique message with a really solid delivery. I look forward to hearing more!
Artist target suggestions:
Skid Row, Warrant, Poison, Judas Priest, Quiet Riot, Def Leppard, Ted Nugent, Sammy Hagar, Tesla, Damn Yankees, Bullett Boys
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About the Reviewer:
Jon Wright is a classically trained multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and music educator with nearly twenty years of experience in the field. Working with musicians and their individual sounds is his passion and profession, and he strives to interact with and understand every aspect of the production process - from theory and songwriting to recording and mastering. He continues to teach students of all ages and is currently collaborating with artists in a wide variety of genres.