108
Songs of Separation

THE REVIEW

Krishna, Bhagavad-Gita, and Bhakti Yoga are the themes that revolve around this form of melodic Hardcore Punk, called Krishnacore.

Well, Vic DiCara's 108 offers their own version of this genre, not just sticking to the classic sounds of the scene. They’re not exactly like their cousins Shelter.

"Songs Of Separation" is an excellent blend of Hardcore Punk and Heavy Metal, with particular attention to the sound of early Death Metal, which is not focused on speed.

As a follower of Krishna consciousness and a lover of the mentioned genres, when I discovered this album I jumped at it: when will I have the chance to hear about Eastern spirituality over tracks like these again?

Rob Fish's tormented scream is never at peace, fighting for his principles and beliefs; sometimes accompanied by the dreamy Indian-inspired voice of Kate-O-Eight. The sharp, distorted riffs, with the heaviness of the Drop D tuning and the deafening harmonics of Vic DiCara and Kate. Bass and drums doing their modest job, unleashing the furious HC speeds when necessary, at the hands of Franklin Rhi and Chris Daly.

And as with every good HC act, the enraged and furious vein cannot be missed. Throats and hands that bleed.

Key tracks are: "Deathbed", "Son Of Nanda", "Woman", "Noonenomore", and "I Am Not". Alternation of short & rapid scoldings and slow & tormented metallic manifestations.

Half an hour of outburst, in a world increasingly taken by violence, drugs, and wickedness.