Glam Addicts: Fires of Rome
February 2nd 2009 15:30
New York City's Fires of Rome carry the post punk torch, adding a heavy does of glam rock to create catchy riffs and big, sweeping choruses. Their 2009 debut, You Kingdom You, may very well end up on some best-of lists by the end of the year. It's that good.
Of course, there is nothing entirely new in plundering Bowie and adding some darker vibes for good measure; still, the band effort here is remarkable. Drummer Gunner is the unlikely star, shifting tempos easily from glitter-stomp to slithery funk and setting the tone for terrific songs like "Set in Stone" and the Joy Divisional "Handgrenade." "Dawn Lament" struts like "Love is the Drug"-era Roxy Music. There is no shortage of riffs or good ideas here.
Perhaps You Kingdom You's best track is "Love Is a Burning Thing," a jittery burst of melodic noise that is so forceful that the listener is virtually riveted until the blustery, abrupt end.
Fires of Rome have potential to be a great band. They are already quite adept at turning their impeccable influences into drama-filled songs. I'm eager to see what they can do on stage...and I'm already awaiting their next outstanding record.
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