Vancouver pop-punk supergroup Precursor has just dropped their highly anticipated full-length album, 'Thick & Thin', and it's a rollercoaster of raw emotion and melodic hardcore brilliance. The album, released on August 9th, showcases the band's evolution, blending influences from punk, skatepunk, softcore, melodic hardcore, and pop punk to create a sound that's both nostalgic and refreshingly modern.
From the opening chords, it's clear that Precursor is channeling the spirit of iconic bands like Lifetime, The Story So Far, and A Wilhelm Scream. The guitars roar with a driving energy, while the drums pound out a relentless beat that will have you bouncing off the walls. Vocalist Daniel Sioui's vocals are a force of nature, switching effortlessly between impassioned screams and soaring melodies that will stick in your head for days.
But 'Thick & Thin' is more than just a sonic assault. Sioui's lyrics are deeply personal, exploring themes of struggle, loss, and resilience with a raw honesty that's both heartbreaking and inspiring. The album is a testament to the challenges of middle age, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the enduring power of the human spirit.
"This album sucked to make," Sioui admits. "It took months of starts and stops because life gets in the way when you are married, almost 50 years old and have 3 kids." The result, however, is a powerful and cathartic listening experience that captures the essence of Precursor's journey.
The addition of Gabe Mantle on drums and Travis Hein on second guitar and backing vocals has injected new life into the band, and it shows. 'Thick & Thin' is a testament to their musical prowess and creative vision. Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Stuart McKillop, the album's production is top-notch, capturing the band's raw energy while delivering a polished and powerful sound.
If you're a fan of melodic hardcore, skate punk, or just great music in general, 'Thick & Thin' is an essential listen. Precursor has delivered an album that's both emotionally resonant and sonically exhilarating, proving once again that they're a force to be reckoned with in the punk rock scene.
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