ALBUM REVIEW: Evoke – Unseen Faith

Deathcore/metalcore band UNSEEN FAITH from Denmark release their sophomore album Evoke this month and its full of heavy guitars and drum beats, paired with some gut wrenching breakdowns and aggressive vocals- what’s not to love?

Opening track Downfall sets the pace with some electronic beats that underlie in the next section, which are really nice as an almost juxtaposition to the rest of the elements used. Then we are hit with some aggressive uncleans and intense drums. The riffs start out just as heavy as the rest of the song, but then transition into a lighter tune with the same hard hitting uncleans we heard before. Throughout the song there are multiple drops which keeps the listener on their toes, as well as varying levels of volume which give the track depth. The build up in this song is very cool, followed by a breakdown with some techno highlights and everyone’s favourite blegh.

Next track, New Era, begins with an almost calming riff followed by the same impactful vocals we heard previously. We are then gifted with a classic metalcore sounding riff and powerful halts which are really punching. Again, UNSEEN FAITH plays with the volume levels throughout which are great for contrast. A very early breakdown with super cool rhythm ensues which makes sure the track doesn’t sound too repetitive. The vocals mesh well with the rhythms of the drums, making for a good head banging experience.

Hardwired has a super cool riff and drum opening which is extremely catchy, but mixes things up when the song drops into a synth mix. It is a reoccurring theme in this album that the vocals are intense and hostile, and they really enhance the skill of the drums and riffs being displayed, especially when paired with some really nice blast beats. All the songs on this album are head banging types of songs which would definitely result in a mosh pit when played live, as it would be rude not to.

UNSEEN FAITH has three features on this album, one being The perfect human, ft. Andreas Bjulver of CABAL. They get things started with some forceful blast beats and crash straight into the vocals we have come to know and love. With growls and a nice riff throughout this song leaves a mark. The title of the track is said throughout in the chorus, which would be effective in a live setting as it makes the song even more interactive and easy to sing along to. The band outdoes themselves when it gets to the breakdown as the build up consists of sheer silence, making the drop oh so more impactful.

The third of the features on the album, The greatest threat, ft. Benjamin Ganzhorn of DAZE OF JUNE, starts of soft but then grows in its intensity. The drums have a very dynamic entrance, making their presence known, and are followed by vocals that once again merge with the rhythm impeccably. We are gifted with a nice guitar and drum solo section midway, and then more classic metalcore riffs. One thing every song needs? An unexpected blegh, which is definitely delivered in this track.

Overall, contrasting sections such as when guitar riffs go from heavy hitting to lighter more atmospheric sections flow really well. The vocals throughout the album are memorable and very fitting to the style of music they are encompassed by. Evoke is heavy and determined, making for a very good listen.

Rating: 8/10

Evoke is out now via Prime Collective.

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