North Carolina post hardcore/rock outfit He Is Legend have just released the first single from their upcoming LP, few. He Is Legend have been one of my favorite bands ever since I first heard them when I was 15 or 16. Their blend of dark, smokey southern riffage, viscous psychedelic melodies, and ethereal singing have always brought me back to them again and again. Their newest offering, Sand, is no exception. This song is mostly driven by chunky guitars and soaring vocals, and is a great example of the wonderful black magic this band consistently uses to create some of my favorite rock songs of all time.
The album was co-produced by Adam "Nolly" Getgood of Periphery and it absolutely shows in this track. The heavy, start-stop riffs sound crisp and clear without the robotic overproduction that many modern guitar parts end up having. The vocals are perfectly placed in the mix, giving the guitars room to breathe while just high enough to evenly fill all registers. My only complaint is the lack of bass as a prominent instrument in this track. In the past, He Is Legend have always utilized bass as a significant part of the band's melody and groove. In this track, the bass is barely audible and adds very little. Hopefully the rest of the album has the bass more front and center. Regardless, this is an excellent track and I can't wait to hear the rest of the album.
Do yourself a favor and listen here.
-Austin
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