25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Novelists – CODA
Track List
Say My Name
Coda
All For Nothing
Maldicion De La Bruja
In Heaven
Adam And Eve
Sleepless Nights
78 Rue
CRC
K.O
Novelists revitalise the rock scene with an album showing technical chord progression and rhythm. It is a rare piece of artistry which plays out as a juggernaut, and this band prove their heading to the top without pretentiousness.
The songs are all tightly weaved and they soar as a result, breaking conventions especially musically and the lyrics convey despair in such a manner that it is easy to feel them and to relate.
Chugging guitar moments grab the attention, putting the volume up to breaking point, and when things get subtle, its majestic. Subtlety is not a consistent basis on CODA either, as rapidly the tracks measure up to a loud sequence that grows and grows until it snaps.
The beauty of these songs comes from a seriously talented unit, which do not lose momentum or swagger – they only get better and neater throughout the album.
Say My Name in particular is sublime. The band have worked tirelessly here, opting for the big and bold, which provides a wonderful atmosphere and backbeat. It helps too that the vocals are superb. It is a sure sign of a quality act.
Sleepless Nights begins with a quiet edge until the soaring guitars and percussion cuts in, making for a loud but satisfying experience. The lyrics convey endless disarray and disappointment.
CRC meanwhile, proves the band can mean business. It's a no-nonsense approach, biting down on love and its dark side. The instrumentals blow minds and hearts, while the lyrics show hatred towards the regime.
Ultimately, Novelists is a talented band making waves. CODA is their best work and their most honest collection, making for an easy recommendation.