In my opinion, this is a perfect example of a classic/modern Alter Bridge rocker with killer riffs, verse, chorus and guitar solo. Reminds me of Come to Life, Isolation, Addicted to Pain, Bleed It Dry, The Writing on the Wall etc. Just checks all the boxes!
One thing that stood out to me is how Gavin can take a simple “good” musical part and elevate it to a whole new level with his drumming. An example of this is during the bridge of “Way Out Of Here” at around 4:49-5:02 and 5:15-5:40. The guitar riff is a quite simple “1-0 Drop D” metal riff. I’m pretty sure most guitar players can easily play this riff.
You can tell Gavin is thinking “how I can make this part more interesting and also serve the song”. I’ve noticed this in The Pineapple Thief as well. Not to mention his drum production sounds super clear on all his records.
What particular Gavin parts stand out to you?
I’m watching on TV and it doesn’t look sold out at all…Do you think FIFA has some regrets by setting the ticket prices so high?