Metal Hammer (UK)

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA

The Act SOLID STATE

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Metalcore veterans still seeking the pot at the end of the rainbow

Now seven albums deep, this Ohio band seem to be reinventin­g themselves again and, style-wise, this latest release is all over the shop. Swaying between dark, atmospheri­c and accessible stadium rock, it’s a bold experiment­al effort that’s admirable in its ambition, but the misses are stark. Yes, Numb and

Wave Of Youth are fierce and

The Thread is an anthemic, riff-laden standout, but

Chemical is so radio-friendly it seems lost in context. Meanwhile, the eclectic, industrial-tinged Isn’t It Strange? is a direct split between mesmerisin­g and downright pretentiou­s and jarring. Mike Hranica’s vocal evolution has been polarising to some, but you can’t knock his continued rawness and passion here. Emotive spoken word is a recurring theme amid the cleans and gritty screams, and fans of Being As An Ocean should find something to enjoy. ■■■■■■■■■■

FOR FANS OF: Like

Moths To Flames, Underoath, Vanna

NIK YOUNG

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