Scarecrow is a Heavy Rock Band from Russia. On October 31st, 2024, Scarecrow released their latest independent EP release “Golem”. A band not only transports you to the sound of the past but also combines a blend of old and new, that would gratify Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Uriah Heep and Jethro Tull fans.
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Scarecrow, Golem Review: This review will evaluate every aspect of the album, from its intricate musical composition to its production. Our analysis will provide valuable insights to help you determine if this album is worth adding to your collection.
The First Three Sins of Golem
Let’s start by discussing the first three sins of Scarecrow and their album, Golem
The First Sin, The Strings/Keys: Features vibrant guitar riffs and intricate string arrangements, injects a sense of dynamism and progression into the composition. The Second Sin, The Vocals: Interplay of ghostly and haunting vocals, incorporating clarinet, oud, and the accordion. The Third Sin—The Percussions: The rhythmic pulse of the drums and percussion propels the music forward.
The Fourth Sin: Overall Discussion:
Open the book of Kabbalah and read on the ancient pages about the Golem.
Before proceeding with the review, I welcome back Scarecrow. Three years after their (2021) second full-length release, Scarecrow II. The band is back with a new EP, titled Golem. Golem is a prelude to their upcoming full-length album, Scarecrow III, which is set to be released on November 13th, 2024. The EP features a classic horror theme, continuing the band’s tradition of blending heavy rock with thematic storytelling.
Upon pressing the play button, the listener is immediately enveloped by the opening track, Beit Kvarot, which immerses the listener in a rich and dark atmosphere characterized by Hebrew instrumental elements and sound effects. This instrumental prelude conveys a haunting chill, pulling the listener into the core of the lyrics and aligning seamlessly with the EP’s horror theme.
As the listener embarks on their exploration of the (over six-minute) second piece, Golem, followed by the concluding piece, Psalm of Creation. Continuing their heavy and progressive rock sound from their previous releases, but taking the listener on a new journey and lyrical theme, revolving around the “The Golem”. A creature 1 devoid of his will, made of clay for blind obedience. Awakened to life by the sacred word, the Golem obeys the orders of its creator unquestionably, but the longer it exists, the closer it gets, to finding its own will. And woe to the hapless Kabbalist who fails to erase the cherished word in time to destroy his creation!
Scarecrow, and their EP, The Golem, offers the listener to a fruit of art composition, both lyrical and musical, and devilmanship. Together, these elements weave a captivating narrative that invites the listener to lose themselves in the experience. Immersing the listener’s ears in a rich tapestry of sound, that involves an interplay of ghostly and haunting vocals with vibrant guitar riffs and intricate string arrangements, injects a sense of dynamism and progression into the composition. Rhythmic pulse of the drums and percussion. This propels the music forward, creating an exhilarating backdrop that complements the other elements. Each beat adds to the overall intensity, drawing the listener deeper into the sonic landscape. The additional flute, clarinet, oud, and the accordion introduces an unexpected layer, enhancing the composition’s complexity and providing a distinctive flair.
Along with the fruit of art composition and devilmanship, the music itself, envelops the listener in a rich tapestry of sound, showcasing a flawless production that feels both contemporary and meticulously crafted. It strikes a perfect balance, echoing the timeless essence of classic rock legends like Black Sabbath and Uriah Heep, while delivering a fresh and polished experience that resonates deeply. This journey through sound showcases the creativity of the artists and leaves a lasting impression on those who dare to listen.
Scarecrow stands out as a distinctive band with a sound and lyrical theme all their own, but overall, their sound and music, would appeal to fans of Led Zeppelin, Jethro Tull, Black Sabbath, and Uriah Heep.
The album comes to an end with the last song, Psalm of Creation, a two-minute composition. Welcomes the listener with an ancient-Hebrew and mystique chant and atmosphere, bringing the album to a haunting and memorable close. We want to give a shoutout to Scarecrow for letting us review their EP, Golem. Now, we’re going to wrap it up by talking about the final three sins and concluding the review.
The Last Three Sins
Let’s discuss the last three sins of Scarecrow and their album, Golem
The Fifth Sin, The Memorabilia:
After experiencing their self-titled debut album, Scarecrow, I found both it and their follow-up album, Scarecrow II, to be delightful and reminiscent of a joyful era. Once more, Scarecrow has presented a new release that is distinct, robust, and truly reflective of their unique style. Overall, Scarecrow captivates listeners with impressive compositions, thoughtful lyrics, and exceptional devilmanship that shines through in their instrumental performances.
The Sixth Sin, The Artwork:
The artwork is dark and eerie… but also ominous, at the same time, the dark, silhouetted tower rises against the cloudy sky, gives this horror atmosphere
The Seventh Sin, Disrelish:
Nothing to disrelish within the musical spectrum of Scarecrow and their album, Golem. Therefore, this concludes Scarecrow and their album, Golem review.
Members
Artemis: vocals, harmonica, flute
Elijah: bass
Vadim: drums
Max: guitar
Track-Listing
01. Beit Kvarot
02. Golem
03. Psalm of Creation
- A golem (/ˈɡoʊləm/ GOH-ləm; Hebrew: גּוֹלֶם, Romanized: gōlem) is an animated anthropomorphic being in Jewish folklore, which is created entirely from inanimate matter, usually clay or mud. The most famous golem narrative involves Judah Loew ben Bezalel, the late 16th-century rabbi of Prague. According to Moment magazine, “the golem is a highly mutable metaphor with seemingly limitless symbolism. It can be a victim or villain, man or woman—or occasionally both. Over the centuries, it has been used to connote war, community, isolation, hope, and despair.”
In modern popular culture, the word has become generalized, and any crude anthropomorphic creature devised by a sorcerer may be termed a “golem”. There may be iron golems, such as Talos, or stone golems, e.g., in Dungeons and Dragons. ↩︎
