Together they weave an original modern version of classic hard rock, something that older generations yearn for and newer ones need to hear. With singer Mike Kerr’s wailing vocals, exciting bass lines, and Elvis-like poses, he compliments perfectly his partner in crime on the other side of the stage. An outlet for people who work hard all day, and just want to rock out at the end of the night. It felt a little Spinal Tap-ish at the time but also so so perfect.Īnd this is what Royal Blood brings to the table. Part John Bonham, part Neil Peart, the highlight came when the brawny rhythm player busted out his biggest drumstick of all, and slammed a giant gong strategically placed behind his throne. Encouraging applause and cheer at every turn, the crescendo came when in the middle of “Little Monster” drummer Ben Thatcher kicked into a wicked drum solo. The band fed off of that initial enthusiasm the entire night. Score: 4.Royal Blood killing it tonight in Oakland. Kerr and Thatcher have delivered once again, crafting yet another raucous rock ‘n’ roll record that at times is even rowdier than their first. The album’s penultimate cut, along with its relentless opener, serve as the two perfectly-spaced pinnacles of How Did We Get So Dark?, and though there are other standouts, none of them truly hold a candle to those two. ![]() ![]() The final highlight from the record, “Hole In Your Heart,” boasts keys modulating right along with Kerr’s bass, a dancy chorus and a brief explosion of bass riffing on the song’s bridge, before ending how it started. Other moments on the album worth noting include the subtle alternating pulses on the reworked one-off single from last year, “Where Are You Now?,” in addition to the infectious cowbell on “I Only Lie When I Love You,” the insanely catchy second single “Hook, Line & Sinker,” and the slower, searing rocker “Sleep” that closes out the UK-based duo’s sophomore effort in a very similar fashion to 2014’s “Perfect Strangers.” Studio trickery and multi-tracking aside, its hard to believe a bassist and drummer alone could produce the big sound of How Did We Get So Dark Opening with. One thing that recurs throughout the entire record is this groove I first observed on “Lights Out.” Whether that groove comes in the form of a nasty bluesy riff like on “She’s Creeping,” or a swampy feel underneath multiple vocal layerings on “Look Like You Know,” or a trance-inducing drum groove that nicely complements the low growl of Kerr’s bass on “Don’t Tell,” the end result is always something you can get down to. The lead single “Lights Out” follows this up with a solid groove, but doesn’t quite match the sheer potency of its predecessor. Bb On my toes Pre-Chorus : Bdim Lock the door Bb Pretty face Gm Through the walls Bb G Dont know if Id be so sure again Chorus : Dm F C Dm My eyes are still burning red F C So turn the lights out Dm F C Dm Youre not so hard to forget F C Dm With all the lights out Verse 2 : Dm Every time Im stuck in the ground C Spin me round, wont you. The best part about the album opener though is its vicious ending, where Kerr and drummer Ben Thatcher cut loose instrumentally, setting the perfect backing for Kerr’s syncopated humming. How Did We Get So Dark? opens with the title track, a mid-tempo jam with a roaring bassline and eerie croons in the background, both courtesy of bassist and vocalist Mike Kerr. Trivia We do not have any trivia for this video. ![]() How Did We Get So Dark? releases next Friday and is a fine continuation of that sound they so successfully harnessed on 2014’s self-titled. Director: The Sacred Egg Release Date: ApStatus: Released 25M Views Credits Director The Sacred Egg Awards We do not have any awards for this video. Their rowdy blend of rock ‘n’ roll immediately caught my attention, and so when the time came for their sophomore effort I jumped at the chance to review it. Brighton rockers Royal Blood burst onto my radar back in 2014, first with their Out of the Black EP and then with their full-length debut that released not long afterwards.
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