Opening in the way they intend to go on, Sleekstain’s latest
release of pure, un-diluted rock and roll channels the energy of classic acts
whilst remaining individual and modern.
The music on Hard is
all no-frills and stripped down. What solo sections there are are kept short
and sweet, only as added sections to compliment some of the songs, rather than
as compulsory, elongated areas for the players to show off for long stretches.
However, this does mean that the songs can get repetitive and samey, with very
little change in the texture or overall sound of the individual tracks.
The 10 tracks on the album are all high in energy and are
intended to be played at a loud volume. The songs are melodic riotous,
good-time rock and roll party tracks which showcase the bands ability to write
uncompromising songs and great, catchy riffs, along with hooks and melodies
which are instantly memorable and inspire you to sing along.
Overall, it’s a catchy album, full of good-time songs and
soarin melodies. However the lack of variety can make it seem repetitive and
samey. Despite this, track for track, the songs are all storming rock belters.
6/10
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