As Rome Burns are an impartial different rock band from London, UK. Their new EP, REACTOR, accommodates three monstrous tracks offering a heartfelt and highly effective response to the struggles of residing daily, extremism, and politics within the twenty first century.
As Rome Burns – Reactor
As Rome Burns mix indie and rock music, creating their very own different sound.
The EP opens with Animal, a wall of fuzzed-out guitar distortion units the stage because the vocals tear by way of with uncooked, unfiltered emotion. The guitar is pure sonic aggression. Effortlessly catchy, with simply the correct amount of repetition to make it memorable—the sort of melody that makes you faucet your foot with out even realising it. The vocal distinction throughout this primary observe is unbelievable. The cleaner vocals nonetheless have texture however preserve readability and management, blended with uncooked, shouted bursts, which add dynamic rigidity and emotional depth to the observe.
The second tune on REACTOR is I Am Your Enemy a monolithic groove that strikes slowly, carrying the burden of a thousand storms. The punchy drums present a relentless spine to the observe, and the riff is strident and unforgettable, immediately grabbing the eye of the listener with its rhythmic fluidity and melodic hooks. We’re then thrown right into a guitar solo, unleashing a tidal wave of power that sweeps over the observe like an unstoppable power. The lyrics are thought-provoking and communicate of intergenerational trauma.
“Uncompromising, uncooked, and unapologetically actual, that is the sound of a brand new wave of rock that doesn’t play by the principles. With each riff, each beat, and each lyric, this EP captures the essence of a band that’s able to carve its personal path, no label required. That is greater than music; it’s a revolution.”
The third and remaining tune, I Assume You Ought to Depart, has heavy bass tones that underpin the tune, giving it a darkish, ominous high quality that provides to the observe’s depth—suppose Purple Scorching Chilli Peppers vibes! The guitar riff once more is catchy, and the vocals are genuine, giving us that mix of shouted and cleaner, extra melodic vocal vary we heard in observe one. The thought-provoking lyrics really feel like they’re being sung with pure ardour. The emotion of their voice is so palpable, it’s nearly as should you’re listening to the singer’s heartache, pleasure, or hope laid naked. There’s no pretence, simply pure, unguarded feeling spilling out with each observe.
Catch As Rome Burns on tour this Autumn
- Hallow Scream Pageant 2025 LVLS, Hackney– October 24th
- As Rome Burns EP ‘REACTOR’ Launch Social gathering – Hope & Anchor – November 6th
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