PAINTED SCARS
Kintsugi (EP)
PAINTED SCARS are just about to unleash their debut EP “Kintsugi” on the world and for any fan of good old fashioned hard rock it is certainly a noteworthy moment that requires some further investigation.
PAINTED SCARS, who have only existed since April 2023, have already picked up plenty of praise for their high intensity live shows where ‘hard-n-heavy’ riffs fused with blazing guitar solos are at the forefront of everything they do. These core assets are then skilfully melded with the ‘grufftastic’ rock vocals of Jassy ‘Hyacien’ Blue to consistently generate enjoyable headbanging moments interlaced with melodic vocals and singalong choruses for your indulgent listening pleasure!
“Kintsugi” is chock full of proper old school hard rock tunes that contain more than a hint of punk attitude too. “Freedom” and “Glow In The Dark” are prime examples where this deadly duo and punchy combination is so effective that you won’t know whether to break out your air guitar or pogo around like a madman, I will let you decide!
More traditional hard rock songs like “Knock Knock”, “Won’t Give Up” and “Liquid Gold” are breakneck speed tunes with booming riffs that totally kick ass from start to finish. You will absolutely lap up every one of these candy on the ears tracks as one by one they completely hit the sweet spot. This is bread and butter stuff with a refreshingly modern twist that is almost guaranteed to put a big beaming grin on your face!
Throw in the big bonus track “Life And Alive” and you now have a solid six tracks killer EP that is sure to ruffle more than a few feathers along the way. I don’t know about knocking on the door, “Kintsugi” will surely kick it off its very hinges leaving splintered wreckage in its wake and PAINTED SCARS will pick up many more fans on the back of it too!
Sticking to the old school theme, I have no hesitation in giving PAINTED SCARS anything other than a glowing end of term report. No after school detentions or exclusions for these guys, “Kintsugi” is top of the class stuff and PAINTED SCARS are absolutely perfect!! Highly recommended!
Mark Waight