Two years after their previous album, ‘Rodeo,’ the men and lady of April Art are back with a new album. ‘RED’ is the latest release from this energetic band from Germany, which blends modern rock, alternative metal, and stadium-ready choruses.
If you’re not familiar with this band yet, I highly recommend catching a show on their upcoming tour. The energy they bring to their latest album is actually tripled during their live performances.
As for ‘RED,’ April Art simply continues at the same high level as on their previous album.
cleverly constructed songs
Massively heavy guitar riffs, pounding drums, and driving bass lines. By guitarist Chriss Bunnell, drummer Ben Juelg, and bassist Julian Schuetze, respectively. And then there’s their biggest asset: singer and live wire Lisa-Marie Watz. This lady has a powerful voice that many are green with envy over, but also the skill to sing with flawless precision.
This combination, mixed with incredibly well-crafted and cleverly constructed song structures, is a great formula for sounding just a little different from other bands. And then there’s the secret recipe for giving the songs incredibly cool, melodic choruses—that’s what really ties it all together.
on the rise
The album opener, “Bulletproof,” leaves no doubt that April Art is on the rise and could very well become a huge act. And with songs like “Karma Is A Bitch” and “Panic Station,” they show that they can also conjure up more radio-friendly tracks.
Songs like “Silent War” are secretly super heavy and will undoubtedly set any venue on fire. In addition, the production and sound of ‘RED’ is top-notch—lots of bass, crystal clear, and the album is simply beautifully produced.
With ´RED,´ April Art adds a truly beautiful new chapter to their musical catalog and proves that they’ve got a winning formula. If you’re a fan of bands like Halestorm or The Pretty Reckless, I highly recommend giving this album a listen.
If you’re already a fan of the band, you can buy this album without hesitation.
See you on tour!!!!
Report by Raymond Helebrand
