ALBUM REVIEW: Feels Of Correction – Erection House
Catching attention with interesting riffs and an even more interesting name, Copenhagen’s ERECTION HOUSE have introduced their debut record Feels Of Correction to the world. Taking on the powerhouse rock vibes of decades past, the group have reworked these influences to bring on a new and fresher take on the heavy guitar chords and the cosmic melodies of the height of rock from the 1970s and 80s.
Opening the record is Cruising, a fun and funky track straight out of the gate and running down the road. Storming loudly, without any withholding or any apologies, this is how rock should always feel, no matter what subgenre it takes on in the progress. Taking more time to focus on the music than any vocal additions, it feels more like a demand than a request. There is taking with no permission given, nor any needed. The sound is raw, the grip is tight, and there is still a story between the bars that is being told. When the music is just so overwhelming and thorough in such a way given by ERECTION HOUSE, there is no need for words or lyrics. The music can speak for itself, which is one of the most necessary elements in the industry, especially within rock.
The electricity flows through the entire course of the record, every track more striking and energising than the last. The climax of the record comes with the album’s title track, placed midway through, which takes what can only be described as a comparatively calmer moment. Nevertheless, it is still a moment that makes it a memorable song on the record – almost expected when a band place a track of the same name as their album within the listing. This is the song that can make or break the album, especially with listeners and fans as it takes on this responsibility of being a representative of sorts.
Feels Of Correction takes a step back in time once again, with shredding guitars and the inclusion of echoed voices. Vocals that act as an instrument of their very own can be one of the best aspects of a track, and one of the most creative if executed correctly and effectively. Here it adds that extra layer to the story of the song, and to the composition to make it move from the usual use of vocals to these short bursts of emotion; it is the greatest climax that could be found on the record and definitely a beneficial placement for both the record and the song on its own.
Nearing the end of the record is Togetherness, which has an intro building into the strongest wall of noise – a method that sounds chaotic and it is in the best way possible. Giving more reminiscence to the uprising of metal a near 50 years ago, this proves that ERECTION HOUSE are still at such a strong point with this record that it can end on the same note as it began. Flowing in a scheduled stagger manner, with the minimum use of vocals, there is still a tale to be told and even if it isn’t being spoken, it’s being felt. The best music is the sort that can give you the feeling of a happily – or unhappily – ever after, and with their debut attempt ERECTION HOUSE have managed pretty well to pinpoint their storytelling skills through the strings beneath their fingers and the drums sitting before them.
Feels Of Correction feels more like a later stage record than a debut in the way that it’s pieced together so well, in such a thought-out manner. It feels perfectly paced in its track listing, no unnecessary speeding up or slowing down where it doesn’t belong – it’s just pure European rock with a taste of roll thrown in for good measure. If this is the first album, there’s not going to be any fears of a sophomore slump. This is just the start, and here’s hoping for no end. At least not yet.
Rating: 8/10
Feels of Correction is out now via Helter Skelter Productions/Regain Records.
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