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"10 Good Reasons to Move"

It has been exactly one year ago this month that I joined Sicrecords, and one of the first things I wrote for the site was a review of the song “Me: Reporting Missing” by Visceras Recital. Who would have thought that one year later I would be reviewing the bands full length album and that my review of the song would end up in the bands promo pack? I have awaited this album, “10 Good Reasons to Move”, since I first heard the astonishing single last April. I have followed the band ever since, listened to Mindthread (pre-Visceras Recital) and their “Alert The Mute” EP. We have also hooked the band up with a Sicrecords sponsorship which provides them with a message board. I think is safe to say that the other staffers and I really like this band and it is obvious which way this review is going to lean.

Visceras Recital is a five piece indie rock band (with a dance vibe) who hail from the northern regions of Ontario, Canada. They have built a nice following up there and even played a Canadian date on the Vans Warped Tour last year. As the title may lead you to believe, “10 Good Reasons To Move”, is ten explosive tracks of all the elements of indie rock at its finest. There is not one aspect of anything that Visceras Recital lack at. Opening up the album is “Star” which starts off muffled and distorted but then goes into a clean verse and chorus. Next up are “Loyalist” and “Ghettoblast”. Both are very upbeat songs with catchy lyrics and supreme guitar work. “Mon Cheri” is the first significantly different sounding track than the rest on the album. It begins acoustic but it ends in electronic harmony. “About Blank” is the fifth track on the disc and is probably my favorite. I have worn this song out since the band posted in on Purevolume a couple months back and it just keeps getting better with each listen. “Me: Reporting Missing” is next in the lineup and I do not think there is much to say about this song, but that it is Awesome with a capitol A. A very melodic, and quite beautiful, song that bursts into spots of aggression but still manages to keep its cool in doing so. The next three tracks are “From A Moving Train”, “A Night Of Firsts”, and “Make-Out Pl.”. All have a slightly lighter sound with more emphasis on mood and vocals than anything. The drum work tends to shine more in these songs, especially in “Make-Out Pt.”. The last “good reason to move” is “11:11”, and six words sum it up: Curtis Jones has a good voice. His vocals shine the most in this track as they some solo work but also blend perfectly with the guitars while changing range and pitch all at the same time.

The title does do the album justice as Visceras Recital have given us 10 good reasons to move, and they have done it with some of the finest tunes of the year. Yes this might very well be one of my top albums of the year. It is that good and everyone needs to check out this amazing band that is the shiniest diamond in the rough right now. Visceras Recital rule, buy this cd!


- JAckal : (9.5/10) - Josh Arnold aka. 'Jackal' from sicrecords.net


Discography

10 Good Reasons To Move - Full Length Record - Released independently in April of 2005. "Me: Reporting Missing" has recieved local airplay, and is available for stream on a variety of internet outlets

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‘No one can fake true passion.’ This is a mantra that the members of Viscera’s Recital choose to live by and carry out. All things considered, the band believes in writing great alternative rock songs and supplying rock enthusiasts with music that will arouse, inspire and entertain.

Throughout its relatively short history, Viscera’s Recital has been able to steadily build a loyal local following, as well as garnering interest and support in major satellite cities such as Montreal and Toronto. Playing alongside known acts such as The Appleseed Cast, Moneen, The Constantines, Park, The Full Blast, The Black Maria, A Static Lullaby, The Reason, The Fully Down, and Planes Mistaken for Stars has allowed the band to carve a niche and initiate visibility within their musical genre.

Viscera’s Recital’s first demo song entitled Me: Reporting Missing has been very well received within the industry. In particular, the song long held the no.19 position on the Garageband.com Rock genre, which is compromised of over 1,139 artists worldwide. Moreover, the demo song won the band a spot on the 2004 Vans Warped Tour - it was chosen by a panel of industry professionals in a pool of thousands of other acts belonging to the same genre. In addition, the song has attracted solicitations from several reputable industry A&R and representatives, such as Ralph James (VP The Agency Group) and Ray Danniels (Anthem/SRO Entertainment). Ultimately, listeners in the rock, alternative rock, punk rock, and hard rock scenes have excellently received the band’s sample material.

Following on the success of their sample song, Viscera’s Recital began writing their debut full-length album in early 2004. The debut release entitled ‘10 Good Reasons to Move’ encapsulates the fruits of the quintet’s passion and creativity in ten explosive tracks. The album was recorded and produced by Andy Zeitz at Pebble Studios in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (08/2004 to 12/2004). Subsequently, it was mastered by Nick Blagona (The Tea Party, Deep Purple, Cat Stevens) at Metal Works Studios in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (01/2005). The record displays exceptional song writing and innovative musicianship as it weaves through ten fresh-sounding alternative rock songs. It embodies a sound that they can call their own.

With a strong history and a growing fan base laying the groundwork, Viscera’s Recital seeks to release their album and continually maximize their reach and visibility in North America. With a firm belief in the album’s potential, and a dedicated approach, the band hopes to proclaim their sound and make their passion known to an increasing number of music lovers.