Unwise
One

The Unwise are what we could call an old-school band, especially in their way of thinking. Just think about the fact that despite being around since 2006, they have just now made their recording debut with a good album named “One.” This is no small feat, considering the speed at which every band today tends to release anything that comes out of their amplifiers without much concern.

The Unwise have indeed pondered many questions, biding their time until they achieved a result that reflected each member’s technical abilities. Dealing with mature musicians is undoubtedly something stimulating; their idea of music often strays from classic trends, making it interesting to listen to (although not always, to be clear). And this was precisely the concept I started with when listening to “One,” a kind of concept album where the band highlighted not only their technical skills but also a storyline centered on man grappling with the temptations and pitfalls of the modern era. Musically, we could define Unwise as tremendous nostalgics of the prog-rock era of the '70s and '80s, attentive researchers of harmonies and intricate sound patterns. To all this, we must add an undisguised passion for metal, which makes each track heavier and more incisive at the same time. As mentioned earlier, the experience of each musician greatly contributed to the final result, a mix of highly melodic scenes and more "hard" episodes that will truly shine in live performances. A band Teutonic in style and proposition, which drew inspiration from the likes of Tesla, Dokken, and Fates Warning years ago, something dated yet always current in listening. Adding even more quality to it all is the singing, filled with pathos in the more soothing moments of the album and with the right intensity whenever the Unwise hit the gas.

In essence, “One” is certainly not a work suited for those who usually follow passing trends; it needs to be listened to attentively several times to grasp its essence and has much to offer to those who see rock as something artistic that goes beyond chart-topping singles.