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WRITTEN BY: MEG
Following the release of their debut EP “Astray” back in 2017, Alive In Fiction have returned with their sophomore EP, titled “I Can’t Help Myself.”
The EP opens up with “Anchors,” which starts with a synth-led intro before harder-hitting instrumentals quickly come in and accompany those synths until the more aggressive and energetic verses start. Both the clean and unclean vocals bring lots of emotion right away, and the drums add a lot of energy to the catchy and already upbeat chorus. “Closer” also brings a ton of energy, as well as catchy instrumentation, from the riffs in the intro to the bass and drums that drive the first verse. While this track leans towards the more melodic side, some heavier vocals are added in during the pre-chorus, leading up to a very memorable chorus with a strong vocal performance. Catchy instrumentation fills the intro of “Last Love” as well before heavier vocals drive the verses, followed by catchy melodies in the more melodic choruses, where the vocal and instrumental performances show a lot of emotion once again.
“We Became Ghosts” opens with some very catchy riffs, delivered by some cleaner guitars before heavier and harder-hitting instrumentals come in. The chorus contains catchy melodies, the bass gets to shine as it accompanies the vocals during the second verse, and the bridge brings some more aggression before the song gets more melodic again. “The Ocean” is a bit darker and starts out softer before more instrumentals get added in about thirty seconds into the song. It brings a good mix of clean and unclean vocals, and the chorus is one of the most memorable ones on the EP with another great vocal performance. The closing track “Bed Frames” starts out with softer, cleaner guitars as well, but the vocals eventually get louder as the song continues, delivering another emotional performance. With its impressive performances and perfect balance of melody and aggression, “I Can’t Help Myself” is a good EP from Alive In Fiction. “I CAN’T HELP MYSELF” IS AVAILABLE NOW. LISTEN TO THE EP HERE:
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