Band: Digits
Release: Acquiesce To Violence
Release Date: Out Now
There’s a new four piece on the alt-rock block and they go by the name of Digits. The Newcastle four piece have bounded onto the scene with debut EP Acquiesce To Violence, kicking up a real fuss with dischorded guitar riffs and screeching vocals. With a brilliantly old school sound, their style is something that we haven’t heard since the likes of Reuben.
Speaking of Reuben, first track Acquiesce screams Jamie Lenman from the opening chord. With marvelously monotonous guitar riffs and chuntering, unkempt vocals, this track is a beast of an opener. There’s no denying the raw energy that exudes from the band, and musically this song lustrously quenches our riff-tastic cravings.
Second track Golden oddly takes us away from the riffs and gives us a little preview of a softer side to Digits. Surprisingly a very Frank Turner esque track with a more prominent vocal melody, however it is the vocals that let this one down. The grittiness of vocalist Chris Bradley is a great addition to the heavier tracks on the EP, but fails to stand alone on Golden, sounding horribly out of tune. Although seemingly intentional, it ruins an otherwise perfectly rounded addition to the record.
Visceral takes us right back into the head banging, foot stomping abyss, with a riff that is so simple it borders on being genius, layered with a contrasting melody that makes this track the best by far on the EP. The vocals are back where they belong and thankfully stay lurking behind the musical accompaniment for the remainder of the record. Violence falls a little short of it’s predecessor, providing no unique qualities and almost sounding like a carbon copy.
Digit‘s last offering on the EP is entitled Livers. The only track that has a linear set up, a clear verse, bridge and chorus making it the easiest to listen to. The melodies within the song hint at a dose of pop punk, with a twangy guitar riff that is a welcome change from the rest of the tracks.
Acquiesce To Violence is a solid first effort from the guys in Digits. They clearly know the ins and outs of the sound they want to portray, and pull it off with a “we don’t give a fuck” vibe, which let’s face it, everybody enjoys. The vocals are the main pitfall, we may suggest a little tightening up before they hit the big time, which with their unique yet nostalgic sound, they are sure to do.
6/10
