Review:

on 2012-08-06 Michael_Morrison Said:

Most would agree most popular artists out there have something truly special to give to their fans. This goes above the typical attributes like raw talent, amazing songs, nice voice, or even a very marketable look, sound and image. There's something truly infectious at the core of these artists that simply makes us feel good when we listen to them. Whatever "it" is - they all seem to have "it".

Today I listened to the fourth release from New York based 4 piece Rock band Negativehate who released her latest CD entitled: "In Cosmic Winter" released in in 2012. Venturing to their website I get the impression this is one band extremely determined, dedicated and passionate about the songwriting craft and being in a no holds barred Progressive Rock band. From start to finish this CD from Negativehate delivers 8 amazing tracks and is a very suspenseful musical experience. It pushes hard and has aggressive Alternative Rock quality to it, and even dabbles in Hard Rock and Metal. It also reminds me of Brendon Urie, The Young Veins, The Academy is, and Metro Station. Any fans of any of these musical styles or bands will enjoy this latest release. It's clearly marketed for those who like a male vocal front and playing that never lets down its guard. I get the impression these guys Mike Stewart (Drums, Electronics, Vocals), Pat Dorme (Drums) Eric Stewart (Bass), Chuck Scandura (Guitar, Vocals) and Dmitri Benzinger (Percussion) are letting it all hang out. In other words they hits the mark remarkably well by just by being who they are musically. Favorite tracks include (The Last Red Dwarf) and (God is a Woman). All songs strike the perfect balance between rock, alternative rock and progressive metal. The songwriting is impressive and digs a bit deeper than the next independent band. Within each one of these pieces Negativehate capture something special as they bare their soul and delivers what I would call pure musical mojo. It offers much in the way of passion and compelling-thought provoking lyrical content. The playing from all members is spot on and just makes the whole CD even more enjoyable. The vocal abilities and passion from Scundra/Stewart are to die for. The overall vibe of the production is very unpredictable, progressive, and dark with brief pockets of hope shining through.

I see Negativehate as a diamond in the rough, with an amazing amount of potential. As time goes by he will no doubt hear more from them. I wouldn't be surprised to their music on the Radio someday or even in a popular Video Game, Reality TV Show or headlining the Warp Tour. In close most famous artists out there have "it" I'm not so sure what it but Negativehate have whatever "it" is.

Michael Morrison
West Lothian, Scotland (UK)
Rating: 7/10