ATTRACTIVE CHAOS
Tame & Conquer (EP)
ATTRACTIVE CHAOS are a Franco-Italian melodic metal band formed in 2022. They will be releasing their second EP “Tame & Conquer” independently on 14th August. Five of the six songs included here have been released as singles, with the latest one being “Obsession”. Previous single releases were “Words On A Letter” / “To The Moon” / “Magical Powers” and “Right Now”. The remaining song not released as a single is “Finally”.
The EP begins with the very positive vibes of “To The Moon”. With the wondrous vocals of Emma Elvaston taking the listener to the moon and back this is the perfect lead in track. The song begins with a rocking melodic introduction and keeps the pace fresh and alive throughout the 4 minutes and 11 seconds. A fantastic composition.
“Magical Powers” follows and takes the listener on a different journey entirely beginning with harsh male vocals which intersperse throughout the track with Emma hitting the heights on vocals. Much heavier musically but with some tender spots varying the pace.
“Words On A Letter” is the third and longest track at 6 minutes plus. This is a song of beauty. A slower paced tune with heavy elements and incredible instrumentation from the band. Emma bewitches the listeners with her phenomenal performance here. The lyrics are inspired by the poetry of M. Lebugle (who happens to be Emma‘s father).
Track 4 is “Finally”, a very upbeat song which bounces along with a sing a long chorus. A track which is stirring, gladdening and heartfelt. Pushed along by the outstanding use of the keyboards and great guitar and rhythm work from the band.
Next up is “Right Now” and this is a return to the heavier, shadowy sound heard earlier on “Magical Powers”. Some harsh male vocals are included and there are strong choruses and Emma is at the top of her game. Big bold drumming emphasized within the darker sound is ably supported by the whopping great bass and rounding the song out is the immense guitar work.
The sixth and final track is “Obsession”. Straight up my favourite track amongst a very strong field of songs. Featuring Gabriele Gozzi on vocals duetting with Emma and what a team they make! This is a very inventive track with flamenco like acoustic guitar cleverly included. A very well paced and thought-out tune with some lovely piano. A great conclusion to the EP leaving the listener wanting more.
Overall a very impressive body of work here from the band. A strong release sure to garner attention from those in the know within the genre: outstanding melodic metal. The band are getting some touring under their belts across Europe. Check YouTube as they have produced videos for the tracks “To The Moon”, “Magical Powers”, “Words On A Letter” and “Obsession”.
Kudos to the band: Emma Elvaston: vocals ; Clement Botz: guitar ; Pietro Paolo Lunesu: bass and Thomas Calegari : drums.
Peter Sym