Heavy Lies the Crown

Reviewed by:
Stan Horaczek

If you're into double bass and breakdowns then your ship has just come in. The latest record from these Queens, New York natives starts off running full speed with shredding guitars and vocals that fall somewhere between the roar of a black bear and Jamey Jasta from Hatebreed. There isn't a ton of variety in the songs, but chances are if you're listening to this record then you already know what you want (metal-influenced hardcore) and where to get it (Queens). The fast parts are clean and tight, but the breakdowns are where this record really shines. There are no fancy guitar chords or clever vocal tricks mucking up the dance-ability. Just make sure you listen to it responsibly, because all that audible anger might get you a little too fired up to sit on the bus without challenging the old lady across from you to a fist fight.

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