Emergency Blanket

Guest Judge Comments on:
Emergency Blanket's
Next Passenger

7 point(s) for Composition / Songwriting
Strong lyrical hook that connects straightaway, not sure the meaning comes across with the phrase 'Next Passenger' though

8 point(s) for Performance
Strong performance

8 point(s) for Capture
Well recorded


23 Total Points
Very strong sounding group with shades of Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Jane's Addiction and REM. Impressive but still need to move beyond those instant comparisons.


johnkennedy
Sun Dec 27 04:40:06 2009

Guest Judge Comments on:
Emergency Blanket's
Next Passenger

7 point(s) for Composition / Songwriting
I think the song has a good opening, I love the vocal "wooahh" at the start, very lively. Interesting guitars, great use of harmony, tasty little guitar break/riff after verse 1. My only concern with the track is I think the chorus is a liiiiitle weak, it sounds to me like the band have the potential to hit me in the face with a huge radio friendly chorus, instead it seems to feel a touch empty. Perhaps extending the lyric beyond simply "next passanger" would fill it out and give the talented vocalist room to really hook the listener in.

8 point(s) for Performance
I love the weaving bassline creeping through in the mix, great driving feel to the track. What really stands out as a positive with these guys is a great use of harmony/back vocals mixed with a strong lead vocal, some nice thick textures in there. Brilllliant wailing yet not over-the-top guitar solo at the end.

7 point(s) for Capture
The track has rather a live feel, which I would usually not be hugely keen on, however it really works for these guys, sounds very "jammy" - good time rock n roll sound captured well.


22 Total Points
As mentioned in previous comments it is clear that the members of the band can play well, and play well they do! My advice would be spend more time on honing the perfect chorus - a great lyric complemented by a melody that mirrors the emotion of the lyrics always goes a hell of a long way (and may well help elevate your band!)...bare in mind I would not offer this feedback if I didn't think it was obvious you were capable of it.


alexbaker
Sun Dec 27 04:40:06 2009

Guest Judge Comments on:
Emergency Blanket's
Next Passenger

10 point(s) for Composition / Songwriting
Imaginative use of time signatures: 3/4 into 4/4

Very effective use of vocal melody & harmony within a hard metal context.

10 point(s) for Performance
Excellent - this band can play!

8 point(s) for Capture
Again - excellent, punchy sound, with a lot of depth. Everything's in the right place.


28 Total Points
They show great promise and can expect interest from anyone with ears for good music.


mickglossop
Sun Dec 27 04:40:06 2009

Guest Judge Comments on:
Emergency Blanket's
Next Passenger

9 point(s) for Composition / Songwriting
I think these guys are writing very good songs - I like their combination of influences. The composition and arrangements are first class

9 point(s) for Performance
Exciting, well played and performed. Vocals can step up a gear in the future.

9 point(s) for Capture
This is a pretty good recording and the production is natural and edgy - it suits the band


27 Total Points
I am already aware of this band as they have contacted me some time ago - I am very impressed by their energy and enthusiasm and the quality of their writing and playing. Sign them somebody so I can work with them!


tonyplatt
Sun Dec 27 04:40:06 2009