Fall Short For Glory Are:
Ed: Vocals/Electronics
Mitch: Guitar/Vocals
Jamie: Bass/Vocals
Rozzy: Guitar
Alex: Drums
They’re a Punk Pop band from Milton Keynes and Bedford. Formed recently from the demise of a few local bands – they’ve just released their debut E.P: “The Daytime”.
No influences are stated on their websites but from listening to the tracks you instantly know the direction they’re going for: music currently being created by groups such as Paramore, Kids In Glass Houses, You Me At Six etc.
I have to admit this isn’t my favourite genre of rock and my knowledge is somewhat limited. (I had to research the origins, starting in the mid 70’s, the mainstream success of the mid 90’s, up to the influx of American/British groups in the Noughties)
Until we have a host of different reviewers for the different genres I’ll of course review this objectively.
Title: The Daytime
Type: EP
Recorded: EAS Studios in Milton Keynes
Production
I’ve been mightily impressed with the quality of recordings from new bands recently. Just goes to show you don’t have to break the bank to sound professional. This is no exception. Vocals and instruments come through on an equal measure and mixed/mastered very nicely. Perhaps the drums could cut through a bit more in some areas especially the bass drum. Also would prefer the bass guitar to have a more beefy/thick tone rather than the metallic/high range sound – but that’s just my personal taste.
Is It Real Yet
Starts off energetically with heavy rhythm guitar and nice melodic notes from the Lead. The guitars then cut out and you’re left with just vocals, bass & drums for the first verse. This creates an exciting impact when the guitars come back in for the chorus. You get reintroduced to the intro - then led back into the verse. With a bridge and different parts separating the extended chorus at the end it keeps the song exciting throughout and nothing seems too long.
Stray Away
Begins with a heavy guitar riff & then the rest of the instruments burst in. Immediately I think of being on a beach in California – not a bad feeling! The lyrics may say otherwise but this is an uplifting song throughout – with a chorus that sticks in your head all day. The heavy riffs and double bass drumming in the breakdowns give a nice Hardcore element as well.
Never Look Back
Opens up with vocals that remind me of Ska Punk then leads into the verse. Structurally similar to “Is It Real Yet” but not quite as strong - still has an uplifting chorus that’ll make you want to sing aloud.
Very strong collection of songs and great musicianship from all members of the band. My only qualms were the vocal lines being quite similar throughout the E.P and I felt there were more opportunities for him to put more power into his singing.
Whilst their contemporaries are playing the major festivals this year - you can catch these guys at the Hat Factory, the Horn, Esquires etc and clearly they’re just as good.
Natalie Mason
Upcoming Shows:
Fri 8th April –Esquires: Bedford
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