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The definition of what exactly a promo is, differs quite a lot. In
the most basic form, we get a cd-r copy with a written note; at
other times the items can be very luxurious. The latter is the case
with Broken’s debut full CD “Haoma”. Packaged in a deluxe
glossy folder, with an extended biography, press reports and lyrics
printed on quality paper, and a large-format photograph of the band,
this is definitely the nicest promo I have ever received. Anything
to keep the reviewers happy, eh?
J
Fortunately, for us, reviewers, the only thing that counts is the
music, and that is all that Broken really needs to promote
themselves. With music that sounds like a combination of Tool
and The Cure, “Haoma” can best be described as a heavier
version of
VAST. The music is intense, dark, mysterious, melodic and
pretty heavy at times. Nick Barounis has a nice, smooth voice; he
always sounds very emotional without getting pathetic. The heavy
aspects are mainly generated by the powerful guitar riffs. The
lyrics are often dark and biting, exposing some raw emotions; the
music backs them up perfectly. This album was recorded over a period
of a couple of years, but still sounds remarkably cohesive. My
favourites are “Septem”, “Jade” and of course the mesmerizing
”Hyacinth”.
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