{"id":39343,"date":"2018-03-28T18:45:29","date_gmt":"2018-03-28T18:45:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alreadyheard.com\/staging\/review-press-to-meco-heres-to-the-fatigue\/"},"modified":"2018-04-02T12:35:21","modified_gmt":"2018-04-02T12:35:21","slug":"review-press-to-meco-heres-to-the-fatigue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alreadyheard.com\/staging\/review-press-to-meco-heres-to-the-fatigue\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: Press To MECO –\u00a0Here’s To The Fatigue"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Defining a band by a certain genre is a horrible, unfortunate trait that, as music fans and writers, we far too often rely on. However, occasionally there are those who you simply can\u2019t define because the band seamlessly show their variation. Press To MECO<\/b> are one of those bands. Nevertheless, having a wide-ranging sound isn\u2019t a disadvantage for PTM<\/b>, as they firmly establish themselves amongst Brit Rock\u2019s crop of promising bands.<\/p>\n

Having established a flair for writing three-part harmonies and complex riffs with \u2018Good Intent\u2019<\/i>. Album #2 sees the trio hone in on their better qualities with impressive results. Although a droning, sinister intro teases a heavy, metallic blast, \u2018Familiar Ground\u2019<\/i> is an addictive rush of adrenaline, highlighting PTM<\/b>\u2019s superb pop sensibilities. It kicks off a hat-trick of early highlights, establishing an overall bigger sound. The album\u2019s title track is one of the most compelling moments structurally, as it builds with Luke Caley\u2019s ascending wiry guitar giving way to a soaring chorus. <\/p>\n

While \u2018All Parts Don\u2019t Make a Whole\u2019<\/i> is carried with a subtle intensity as drummer Lewis Williams\u2019 wisely advises \u201cFind solace when nowhere feels like home\u201d<\/i>. Backed by riveting instrumentation and bouncy group vocals, PTM<\/b> provide an anthem of worry and comfort.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/youtu.be\/j6ELFmsC3y8<\/p>\n

Over the course of its eleven songs, PTM<\/b>\u2019s organic growth is clearly evident. Want towering, harmonious choruses? They\u2019ve got those (see \u2018Skip the Crawl\u2019<\/i>). Want intimately and soothing acoustics? Then just listen to the calming tones of \u2018A Place It In All\u2019<\/i>. Want dynamic riffs and stomping percussion? Well, songs such as \u2018Howl\u2019<\/i> and \u2018A Quick Fix\u2019<\/i> are sure to fill that void.<\/p>\n

On paper, it may seem PTM<\/b> offer a varied yet incoherent set of songs here, but at their core is a unique and confident band. Sure they\u2019re not entirely original; there are hints of Brit alt-rock\u2019s past and present best throughout, but overall PTM<\/b> continue to be an exciting prospect. One which won\u2019t get lost in the shuffle.<\/p>\n

4\/5<\/p>\n

\u2018Here\u2019s To The Fatigue\u2019<\/i> by Press To MECO<\/b> is released on 30th March on Marshall Records<\/b>.<\/p>\n

Press To MECO<\/b> links: Website<\/a>|Facebook<\/a>|Twitter<\/a>|Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n

Words by S\u00eaan Reid (@SeanReid86<\/a>)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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