Standing tall on a great sense of groove, carefully blending a strong acoustic riff, organic musicianship and funky rhythms – a spacious and soulful, catchy mix, with a clear sense of evocative depth at its core. Exit12 highlight the wonder and beauty of their uniquely genre-fusing and immensely impressive album Condition: Human, with the perfectly distinct, engaging and frankly euphoric Known.
From minimalism to full-throttle distorted rock, Known makes its way through a divine arrangement, noting hints of influence from everything connecting gospel, soul rock, rock and roll, new metal and even folk. It’s an intoxicating listen, unmistakable by design, and refreshingly human – an honest performance, from a vocalist and trio of musicians with a clear talent and identity at the helm.
That balance of qualities is rare to stumble on these days, and Exit12 have it nailed. We get softness and power intermittently taking the stage, influences ranging from metal and operatic rock to something way more nineties-pop on occasion (a twist of Take That for The Real Thing?!), and always with purpose – a story to tell, a feeling to express, a sense of unity and presence to captivate with.
The music throughout Condition: Human is equally creative and often sublime, and Exit12 are compelling, genuine, talented, and whole-heartedly original. Known is a clear highlight, but the album in full is a breath of fresh air right now. Absolutely one worth streaming and following this year, especially if a local performance is on the cards. Creative freedom and wonder rings loud.
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