ELITE:REVIEW
The One Hundred - Chaos + Bliss
Spinefarm Records | Release Date: 2nd June 2017
Despite the long wait for The One Hundred’s debut
album Chaos + Bliss, the highly anticipated release
did not disappoint. Their ability to mix genres such as
metal, rap and electronica together is almost flawless;
the record has such a versatile sound with each song
focusing on different structures and sounds. However,
there are a few songs that blend together so much that
you could listen to the album through and not realise
you’ve listened to three songs instead of one!
The second single Monster features a catchy chorus
surrounded by thought provoking rap verses and a
simple electronic beat with their signature heavy guitar
riffs soon joining in. Boomtown gives an insight to
something a little different; Jacob Field’s aggression and
distaste for the government and society is shown beside
the sweet and soothing sound of the female guest vocals
before the song drifts into a drum and bass medley.
Despite a few bland moments, this album suggests that
The One Hundred know exactly what they want to
achieve and are capable of doing so in the future so who
knows what lies ahead from these guys!
Words by Emily Young
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