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Don’t Panic have released their debut album and first release in a decade, titled “See Through It All.”
The album kicks off with “Alicia,” a song where the vocals really stand out and deliver melodies that are just as catchy as the instrumentals that drive it. A lot of the remaining songs on this record are similar to its opener, such as “Fall Of ‘99” and “No Time For Second Chances” – two songs that open with upbeat instrumentation in their intros and contain some very catchy melodies throughout, especially during their choruses.
While tracks like these showcase the punk influences within the band’s sound, there are some tracks that seem to be more influenced by pop-punk. The very energetic “Keystone Story” feels nostalgic and reminiscent of older music within that genre, “A Change Of Pace” brings another very strong vocal performance, and “Regret Is A Terrible Roommate” is one of the most memorable songs on this record overall.
A couple of tracks on here showcase a darker side of the band’s sound, including “The Fix” (one that really captivated me) and “Life Of The Funeral” (a track that’s a bit similar to the first few on the album, as it opens with a very catchy intro). “Let It Ride” is a bit similar to these aforementioned tracks, as it also mixes in some darker composition here and there, and the vocal performance made it a very interesting closing track. The remaining two tracks stand out amongst the rest in regards to sound. “Paper Smile” showcases influences of rock rather than pop-punk or punk rock, and “Sheep In Wolves’ Clothing” is a ballad that begins on a slower and softer note before more instrumentals kick in to drive another upbeat rhythm.
In Conclusion…
From the energy and memorability throughout to the nostalgia that the various influences bring, “See Through It All” is a solid comeback from Don’t Panic.
Recommended Track(s): Alicia, A Change Of Pace, Regret Is A Terrible Roommate
Listen to the album here:
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