Freqology - Insomniac cartoon theatre
Metal
California, United States
Overall Impression: After experiencing the gloriously brutal assault on the senses that is "Insomniac Cartoon Theater", I think it's safe to say that listeners will have never heard some of their favorite cartoons be referenced in quite as ferocious a fashion as this. Both head poundingly heavy and hilariously bizarre in equal measure, Freqology combine the unrelenting nature of thrash with the viciously ruthless qualities of death metal in what I can best describe as a chest ripping, head-splitting cavalcade of savage guitar riffery and unrelenting vocal onslaughts. This is metal at its rawest and Freqology have a clear goal in mind, to quite simply blow your head off, and I'm all for it!
Strongest Point(s): It's rather refreshing to hear a metal band having some fun with their lyrics, there can be a sense of over seriousness in the metal genre here and there, and whilst there is certainly a time and place for hard-hitting social commentary and insightful looks into the human psyche, sometimes you need a track like "Insomniac Cartoon Theater" that's able to both raise a smile and batter you over the head with its deliciously meaty riffage. I'll be honest and say it was a joy hearing all the various cartoon references throughout the track, and despite the clearly heavy nature of the song, it still managed to be highly humorous which is a welcome change. Along with the comedic lyrical edge, the riffs are gloriously sludgy and the vocals have that unapologetic snarl to them that if anything, heightens the funny factor of the lyrics tenfold.
Target Audience Appeal: Metal lovers will undoubtedly get a solid kick from "Insomniac Cartoon Theater"
Artist target suggestions: Venom, Cannibal Corpse, System of A Down, Exodus, Slayer, As I Lay Dying, Napalm Death, Morbid Angel, Carcass, Death Angel, Entombed, Kreator, Sodom, Bolt Thrower, Decapitated, Lamb of God
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About the Reviewer:
Andre Avanessian is a freelance session musician, composer, and sound engineer based in the U.K. Having studied music production and composition at a degree level, he has taken his passion for all things audio-related to a level that has allowed him to become both a competent musician and performer. Being a self-confessed "Guitar Nerd" Andre has been continually studying the guitar, as well as teaching it, helping students both learn the instrument, develop their songwriting, and how to become proficient in home recording.