PURE M Magazine
Funeral for a Friend
48
Lore
Chapter and Verse
Self Titled Debut EP
Welsh post-hardcore veterans Funeral for a Friend are
back with their seventh studio album, Chapter and
Verse. Renowned for their raw, emotional brand of
alternative rock, the band’s latest offering proves that
they haven’t lost their edge. Featuring eleven vigorous
tracks swelling with passion and ferocity, this record
is guaranteed to get heads banging.
An energetic riff steers “Stand By Me for the
Millionth Time” into howling vocals, then erupts to
Earth shattering levels. The sound is coarse and
liberating, acting as an aggressive introduction.
“You’ve Got a Bad Case of the Religions” explodes
out of its outro with anarchic instrumentation and
vocals. The relentlessly heavy and exhilarating verse
bounds into a bracing and melodic chorus.
“Pencil Pusher” refuses to ease up, beginning with a
sprightly drum beat that joins forces with
reverberating guitars that persist throughout. A chaotic
melody tops things off, ensuring an absorbingly hectic
atmosphere. Its aftermath sees the emergence of a
heavy bass line that heralds the coming of “You
Should Be Ashamed of Yourself”. Smashing cymbals
form a bridge into penetrating guitars that are
irresistibly immersive. They proceed to grind along at
a steady pace before bursting to epic proportions
towards the end.
“1%” begins with a mellow riff that continues
through the verse. The vocals are more reserved but
no less forceful. The overall vibe is somewhat solemn
The new debut album “Lore” by Lore
that is set to hit shelves this year is
definitely worth a listen. The three
piece group consisting of Carolann
Carlile on vocals, Raymond O’Kane
on piano and Luke McCloskey on
guitar from Dungiven County Derry
recently released their debut self titled
EP “Lore” in October last year and are
set to play in Botton Yorkshire this
May.
The word Lore is taken from folklore
and refers to the traditional art of
storytelling which is exactly what this
trio are all about. The album takes us
on a journey through the struggles and
hardships of life, love, loss and fate as
we step into the lives and music of the
newly welcomed singer and band
members Lore. This musical trio not
only make listeners feel as if they are
living within the m \