Time for a band from the East to grace the pages of this webzine, namely Lirivial from Belarus. I am usually not an avid fan of instrumental records, but this one is actually good listening choice. There are 13 instrumental songs on this record and this one is not boring to listen to. If I must compare it to something it would be fast melodic hardcore punk with some classical , yes you read it right, musical influences. There are also keyboard, some post punk, folk and electronica influences in couple of the songs. All that makes this album fresh and interesting listening stuff. I must admit that on this album vocals are not missing in the big picture at all. On most of the songs guitar’s melodic lines take role of leading vocals so guitar speaks to us in its voice in a way, like in great songs called ‘Dollar And Tequila’, also ‘Live To The Textbook’ and ‘Soldier And Bridge’ you should check out and find your favorites. I can also hear some heavy metal influences, power and melodic metal, but the music is still simple and great punk rock, rich in sound and songwriting. I don’t really know, but I think this is a one man entity/project as I can find on the Internet. This album flows by you making you somehow feel good, although main theme of the album is somehow melancholic and atmospheric, kinda almost sad, but adding enough hope to keep the flame burning. Good one if you are looking for something different.

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