A Heavy Rock Band from Russia. On September 13th, 2019, Scarecrow released their independent debut Self-titled studio album. 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 and Jethro Tull fans.
Introduction:
Scarecrow, Scarecrow: 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 Scarecrow
Let’s start by discussing the first three sins of Scarecrow and their self-titled album, Scarecrow
The First Sin, The Strings/Keys: Features intense, smouldering guitar riffs and clean, melodious chord progressions imbued with a mesmerising, bluesy ambience. It also incorporates expressive fretboard solos and a superb sense of rhythm and blues. The Second Sin, The Vocals: Combines the operatic/bluesy scale of Geddy Lee from Rush with the style of Robert Plant from Led Zeppelin, incorporating harmonica and flute. The Third Sin—The Percussions: Diving deep into a wide array of tones, beats, moods, and tempos in drumming, incorporating floor-peddling rhythms.
The Fourth Sin: Overall Discussion: A chilling voyage through haunting moors, ominous darkness, and a descent into insanity
As soon as the listener presses the play button, the opening piece, Scarecrow Overture, greets the listener with the sound of crows cawing, the wind whispering through an autumn sky, and the sound of a sorrowful violin—followed by an orchestral/instrumental backdrop… setting the tone for the diverse range of musical elements to come…
The second track, The Journey, takes the listener further into their autumnal odyssey. The six additional songs follow, taking the listener on a chilling voyage through haunting moors, ominous darkness, and a descent into insanity.
Step into the world of Scarecrow‘s music, where every song is carefully crafted to create a rich tapestry of musical artistry that captivates the listener’s ears and soul. Their compositions display a fruit of art of devilish musical prowess and intricate instrumental arrangements, offering a music spectrum that transcends traditional hard rock. As you listen, you’ll be transported back to the golden era of classic British/American Heavy/Blues Rock, drawing parallels to the iconic sounds of Led Zeppelin. The vocal performances echo the powerful and melodic styles of Geddy Lee from Rush and Robert Plant from Led Zeppelin, while the heavy and ominous tones pay homage to the early days of Black Sabbath. To add a unique and enchanting touch, the music features mesmerizing flute passages reminiscent of Jethro Tull. Each element combines to offer a truly immersive and captivating musical experience that will leave you spellbound.
The music encompasses powerful heavy rock riffs that have an allure and, at times, evoke a moody, bluesy, doom-like atmosphere. In addition, it showcases Eric Clapton‘s precise and clear guitar playing, along with elements of folk, jazz, occult-psychedelia, and classical orchestral music intricately woven into the musical fabric.
Scarecrow presents a rich tapestry of music, with eight songs that don’t sound the same — all woven together over thirty-six minutes.
The album offers diverse tones, moods, and musical elements, including captivating beats, emotive chords, and a host of other musical nuances. The meticulous composition of the music, the skilful use of various instruments, and the painstaking attention to detail evident throughout the album all contribute to its polished and perfected sound. The production quality is exceptional, with crisp and pristine audio showcasing the meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of the album.
The album comes to an end with the last song, Scarecrow, a six-minute composition. It commences with a sombre, gusty ambience accompanied by the resonating echoes of a piano and the cawing of crows, setting a haunting tone for the final piece. Subsequently, the piece transitions into a composition characterised by dark, melodious riffs and solos, complemented by an orchestral arrangement that intertwines elements reminiscent of Candlemass with compelling vocal performances. The composition culminates in an epic outro, tapering into a subdued, whispering gale, bringing the album to a haunting and memorable close.
We want to give a shoutout to Scarecrow for letting us review their self-titled album, Scarecrow. 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, our thoughts on Scarecrow and their self-titled album, Scarecrow.
The Fifth Sin, The Memorabilia: Is that for us, the music of Scarecrow is so intense and powerful that it sends shivers down my spine and gives me goosebumps. If you’re searching for a modern heavy rock band that not only rocks your world but also takes you on a nostalgic trip back in time, Scarecrow is the band for you.
The complete music is a fruit of art, featuring exceptional production quality and impeccable performance in a single bundle. Moreover, it offers incredibly high replay value, presenting an energetic, lively, and enduring time machine from beginning to end.
I must say that I enjoy the band’s debut release, Scarecrow, but the closing piece, Scarecrow, that doom-like Candlesmass atmosphere and vocal work, as well the compositions and instrumental work – goosebumps on top of goosebumps.
The Sixth Sin, The Artwork:
The album artwork is captivating. It beautifully conveys the sensation of embarking on a journey through the untamed wilderness.
The Seventh Sin, Disrelish:
Nothing to disrelish within the musical spectrum of Scarecrow, and their self-titled album, Scarecrow.
This concludes the Scarecrow, Scarecrow review.
Track-Listing:
- Scarecrow Overture
- The Journey
- The Final Problem
- When The Powers of Evil Are Exalted
- Worm of Anger
- Autumn Wood
- Madman
- Scarecrow
Scarecrow is:
- Artemis – vocals, harmonica, flute
- Elijah – bass
- Vadim – drums
- Den – guitar
