SINGLES
Neverise debut single
Everything You’ve Done
Review by Dave Simpson
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While British alt-rock ensemble Neverise
may only have dropped their first single on
February 23rd, their followers already number
in the tens of thousands. This is owed largely
to the fact that a loyal fanbase has followed
bassist Richard Davis, drummer Ted Claxton
and guitarists Nick Ayre and Mikey Davis
from their former band.
While playing as part of Follow You Home,
the four Derby based musicians made a name
for themselves performing across the UK and
Europe, as well as garnering airplay on both
radio and television in their homeland. After
that project came to an end in 2014, the
decision was made to regroup and reinvent,
leading to the recruitment of vocalist Jessica
Matthews and giving birth to Neverise.
Matthews was certainly no stranger to the
music industry prior to joining up, having been
a part of several other bands in the past and
partaking in a solo career of her own. The
addition of her striking vocal talent to the
proficient instrumental skills of her peers has
set Neverise on an exciting path, bursting with
4.0
potential. One need only listen to their debut
release, “Everything You’ve Done”, to be
assured of that.
The new track begins small with an ominous
riff that soon blasts into forceful guitars and
drums. An uproarious chant sets in ahead of an
acute harmony that’s packed full of attitude
and expression. The chorus erupts into a
riveting rhythm and melody, infused with a
punky disposition. It all washes over the
senses and takes hold, captivating completely.
Neverise are off to a flying start with this
inaugural effort. It’s a vigorous rock anthem
that’s loaded with passion, enthusiasm and
emotion. From here, the future certainly looks
very promising for these guys.
The fivesome will be performing live
together for the first time at The Victoria Inn
in their hometown of Derby on June 5th, ahead
of playing at the Manchester Academy on June
6th.
“Everything You’ve Done” is currently
available for download from iTunes.
http://www.neverise.com