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Combining elements of various NOLA sludge and extreme metal
bands with Black Sabbath, Pantera, Trouble and Corrosion Of
Conformity, On A Pale Horse is a dark ride into soul of some
serious rock and blues while paying homage to Native American
ideals.
The self-titled release by On A Pale Horse is a disc that oozes
70's guitar blood and sweat with the addition of 00's extreme
elements in well-placed moments as opposed to over-running the
material. "King Brimstone" opens with an ominous vocal
passage before evolving into one gruesome trip down through the
depths of some sinister swamp. What is surprising however
is that the band is not from the deep South rather Des Moines,
Iowa, the home state of endless corn fields and Slipknot (whom
guitarist Josh Brainard was once a member).
The work ethic of this material could very well parallel that of
the industry the state is known for in farming. It is
apparent much toil and ignorance of modern trends have a great
deal of credo with On A Pale Horse.
“No Eagle Lies in Potters Field” is an intense semi-instrumental
piece that features some a slow-brewing beginning then driving
into some punishing riffs. Warren Riker (Down, NOLA,
Cathedral) produced the CD and the meeting of the parties
involved seems to have clicked on all cylinders. On A Pale
Horse comes across as the band you would not want to have open
for your own band unless you were on top of your game everynight.
The best atmosphere to witness this band is obvious; dark, hazy
and hot. Fans of bands that actually care to create their
own vibe and play the guitar on their own terms are encouraged
to check out this release.
Homepage:
http://www.onapalehorse.com |
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