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\"image\"I was excited to be reviewing <\/span>Attention Thieves’<\/strong> new EP; these guys have received a lot of hype since forming back in 2008. They have even grabbed the respect from Kerrang! magazine who named them in their \u201810 new bands to watch at Reading and Leeds\u2019 and even dubbed them as \u2018the forefront of a new wave of exciting British bands\u2019. I have to admit, <\/span>\u2018Hard Truths\u2019<\/em> certainly isn\u2019t a disappointment.<\/span><\/p>\n

The EP is a well-crafted record over-spilling with real talent; for me these guys have it. They are another alternative rock band, but their songs have something catchy – it\u2019s refreshing, which is a rare-gem these days. The tracks are energetic, infectious, creative and powerful; all featuring captivating choruses, superb instrumentals, sweeping melodies and raw hard-hitting vocals. Basically, all the ingredients for perfect sweet-tasting rock hits.<\/p>\n

It has an exciting introduction with \u2018Prove You Wrong\u2019,<\/em> a fast-paced intricate hit which begins with heavy riffs and a wicked melody. The vocals are prevailing, the chorus is wonderfully catchy and the song presents real musical talent; all creating a speedy rock opener which certainly packs a punch.<\/p>\n

This follows with the recommended listen of \u2018I Swear\u2019<\/em> which opens on the impressively moving lyrics of \u201cI swear, I won\u2019t let you down, you need me, but I\u2019ve heard it all before\u201d. The track features pithy screaming style vocals and backing singing on the chorus; making the words really stand-out, creating a real attention grabber and you\u2019ll soon find yourself singing along.<\/p>\n

The other smash-hits include \u2018Why Do I Care At all\u2019<\/em> and \u2018Take A Bow\u2019<\/em> which feature incredible melodies, skilful electrifying rocky riffs and a dominant beat from the drums. Both tracks include exhilarating instrumentals and influential heavy-metal style vocals. After listening to these two, it\u2019s obvious these guys mean business and they definitely have the musical talent.<\/p>\n

\u2019Hard Truths\u2019<\/em> is an outstanding rock EP; all six tracks are full of diversity, flair and are magnificently beguiling. Every alternative music fan needs to grab this record and give it a listen; I promise you won\u2019t be disappointed.<\/p>\n

4.5\/5<\/p>\n

‘Hard Truths’<\/em> by Attention Thieves <\/strong> is out on the 16th September on Hype.LBL<\/strong><\/p>\n

Attention Thieves <\/strong> links: Website<\/a>|Facebook<\/a>|Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n

Words by Chantelle Kelly (@ChantelleKelly3<\/a>)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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