California is easily one of the most musically diverse places in the United States. Reigning from Hollywood California, Jameson a five person metal band has come to develop a unique sound and a new and exciting way bringing the heavy that we have all come to enjoy straight to your ears. The band's name Jameson made me believe they were going to be a thrash metal band, but I was pleasantly surprised to hear all sorts of aspects of metal when I listened. Jameson is an exciting mix of all sub genre's of metal, they manage to transition between different parts, and don't seem to try to impress any particular grouping of fans.
Jameson released an album in 2008 called "Down For The Count" This album is very well balanced and shows the bands potential. The thing that kept me so interested in this album nearly front to back, was the creativity behind each of the songs. Many bands try to cram as much in there songs without putting much thought into exactly what they are writing, "Down for the Count" seems to have a lot of thought behind each and every song written. Jameson keeps a fast paced vigor of energy and catchy guitar riffs, comparably to bands like "The Black Dahlia Murder" the guitar work is unique and keeps you interested at all times. Their vocalist Matt, has a decent range of vocals which remain distinctive as his own at all times. The drums are well recorded, but did not catch my ear as much as the vocals or guitars.
I enjoyed listening to "Down For The Count" Front to back, all of the tracks provided a uniform sound to judge the band. Three tracks in particular caught my ear more than others due to the creativity and boldness.
1. Get To The Choppah:
This track was the the fifth song on the album, this track stood out to me as a great example of Jameson's talent as musicians and writers. The guitar work is catchy, and the song has a epic bounce to it that makes me want to go jump in the pit. The song features a brutally heavy breakdown at about 3 minutes in that should grab just about anyone's attention.
2. Insaneoflex:
This is the first track off of "Down For The Count" this track has almost a southern twang to it. This song has points of it that demand your attention with quick tempos and unique transitions. This track makes you want to test out the rest of this record. Definitely a good headbanging song.
3. Boston Tea Party:
This song was easily my favorite track of this album. This songs harmonization with the guitars and fast paced beat make it the prime example of Jameson as a whole. You can feel the passion the band put behind this track, with every instrument.
In Addition, not a part of this album, the band released a cover of Michael Jackson's song "Beat It"
Beat It: Beat it started off practically just like the original Michael Jackson track. As soon as the double bass kicked in you can already tell this cover is gonna be epic. The song still holds the EPICNESS that Michael Jackson instilled with his song, but the addition of Jameson just adds a whole lot to the song. This is a must hear cover!
Jameson's album "Down For The Count" holds so much talent and energy. This album is good front to back, there is always room for improvement, But I look forward to Jameson's next release of anything. I give this album a outstanding review of:
Overall 8.7/10
Artist: Jameson
Album: Down For The Count
Year: 2008
Location: Hollywood, CA, USA
Genre: Heavy Metal/Thrash/Metalcore
Link: www.facebook.com/jamesontheband
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Here is the Jameson "Beat Cover" just for you!
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