This slower, soft ballad is dripping with emotion in its narrative of allowing ambitions get the better of you. Continuing to display their melodic sound, ‘The Fall’ picks up where the previous song left off. Reach for the sun.” The band explores their more melodic sound in this piece which is somewhat reminiscent of August Burns Red ‘s Found In Far Away Places era. As well as making it clear that the reformation of the Misery Signals original line up came at the right time as Zaraska screams “Open your eyes, can’t you see that this is our time. Lyrically the song is reminiscent of places the group used to spend time together in their early days of conception, with multiple references to ‘Elver Park’. The song from this LP which represents getting the band back together is ‘Old Ghosts’ (sharing the same name of Zaraska’s debut book). Including guest vocals from long time friend of the band, Devin Townsend, this track would perfectly fit as the album opener in my opinion due to its strong introduction from the powerful guitar presence and samples. Kicking off with a strong, atmospheric, almost doomsday like sample as vocalist Karl screams “Let this bring light”, ‘Through Vales of Blue Fire’ is unlike any song on this record it’s short, hard-hitting and compelling. The song finishes off with a breakdown which carries a lot of weight and power. Vocalist Karl maintains his usual mid-range lows throughout the entirety of this song, which seemingly compliments the instrumentals greatly. Up-tempo rhythm and riffs bounce between time signatures in a natural progression, creating a smooth listening experience. However, I was incredibly wrong the bands staple heavy sound violently returns. ‘River King’ begins with an ever so elegantly soft, instrumental introduction before choir-esque singing the lyrics “ Even words less then nothing” begins, which at first listen left me to believe this track would be a soft ballad. I find the drumming in this piece to be nothing short of sensational, seemingly maintaining its position at the core of the track as the guitars build up the momentum from the drums lead. Lyrics such as “ Trying to lift up the sun” reflect this. Lyrically this song speaks of placing unnecessary expectations on oneself, creating undue strain and stress. Originally a B-side from a previous era of the band, which included ex-vocalist Karl Schubach, ‘Sunlifter’, begins with enticing guitar riffs, which leaves me sitting on the edge of my seat as I take it in. With a message that feels as Jesse is telling a friend ‘hold on, we still need you here’ or ‘this isn’t your time’, this track is a clear indication that each individual member of Misery Signals has developed as a human and as a musician since the act’s previous release. This melodic piece ebbs and flows beautifully, guitarists Stu, Ryan and Kyle manage to write riffs that manages to speak volumes with its delivery as it compliments Jesse’s vocals and lyrics faultlessly. After a short ambient intro, The bands heavy roots shine through with the opening lyrics “We will be lifted again” being screamed as the instrumentals begin. Needless to say, it comes at a time we need it most. Filled with uplifting takes on some tender topics such as hope, sacrifice, mental health, grief, and hardships in general an antithesis of the bands’ previous record Absent Light. The chorus of "One Day I'll Stay Home" features guest vocals from Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy.Ryan Morgan // Lead Guitar/Backing VocalsĪfter seven years, Misery Signals are back together to bring us their comeback studio album, Ultraviolet. Schubach was chosen after the band posted an instrumental song online, inviting fans to write lyrics and perform vocals for the song. Zaraska would return to Edmonton and form the post-rock band Sleeping Girl with members of his former band Compromise. Once touring for the album was completed, Zaraska was asked to leave the band. It is the first album to feature new vocalist Karl Schubach, who joined the band after previous vocalist Jesse Zaraska left.ĭuring touring for the band's debut album, Of Malice and the Magnum Heart, tension started to form between vocalist Jesse Zaraska and the other members. It was released through Ferret Records on August 22, 2006. Mirrors is the second full-length album by American-Canadian metalcore band Misery Signals.
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