AN UPCOMING EP AND INTERVIEW WITH REDSIX
REDSIX return with a massive EP that spans such an outstanding variety of vast and deep-rooted heavy rock that blends into progressive and so much more as the record opens up, and as it all unfolds you become engulfed and enveloped in their world and atmosphere because they deliver such a thick laid aesthetic that you just end up getting swallow it up by it.
The Part 2: Execute EP is being released over time in separate tracks, with the latest called "Colorgrade".
This is the song that opens up the record, and it hits really hard. This is a track that shows that vastness and spaciousness in its undertone, which is a key element to the REDSIX sound overall, but it also portrays sonic drive that rattles the ground beneath your feet with super deep, drop B or maybe even drop C guitar tunings, giving off ferocious riffs with a super tightness.
Even throughout this opening track, you get that almost cinematic and progressive feel and vibe.
I definitely love how it combines that heaviness with so much gorgeous melody and sort of emotional backbone in the vocal performances.
A lot is going on with this track alone. There's a lot of layers and textures happening, but it feels good to listen to it. It's got this gigantic soundscape and the texture of those vocals with all the heavy drive that's happening beneath them is intense.
The song comes through with a bit of an anthemic tonality, and this is all in just the introduction song.
Each of these tracks stands on its own two feet incredibly well. But when you listen to the full EP as a whole, you're getting more of an experience.
The follow-up track called "Lapse" is also quite intense at times, especially when it explodes from that sort of calm and clean tonality into that gigantic heavy rock atmosphere, and these guys have a knack for being able to create those kinds of builds.
It is one of the staples of the band's songwriting and one of the reasons why the songs actually come through with as much impact as they do.
You can tell there was a lot of attention to detail when it came down to the guitar tones, the arrangements, and everything else, but it never loses the personality or heart that it began with.
The third and closing track of the record is called "Peregrine", and this one is something special.
Still boasting that expansive underbelly, the song has more of the progressive approaches and composition, but there is also this kind of brightness as if there's a light at the end of the tunnel.
I love the vocals on this track, especially because it has such catchy melodic lines throughout it.
Even the verses are addictive and memorable.
By the time the record is over, you have to snap yourself out of it. Reacclimating yourself to reality again is part of listening to the EP, even though it's only three songs and under 15 minutes.
It just goes to show you the power of songwriting and tone when it's done right.
We're pretty familiar with REDSIX and their releases and can say that this is an absolute powerhouse of an EP that not only stands tall, but showcases the band's presence, inventive approaches, diversity, and songwriting, and ability to create atmospheres without boundaries.
This is definitely a record that was built with very few walls built around it, and the guitar work was outstanding.
Just being able to create those different aesthetics from song to song is amazing.
The whole band does this, though. Not just the guitarist. The drumming really adds loads of drive but also gives the song A liveliness because they're not just played in the pocket. They are alive, doing their thing and bringing in killer time signatures and way more punch and vibrancy to the songs when they need them.
The bass guitar tone is key here. That bass guitar is a big part of the vastness that the songs give off.
The vocals are always impactful and sort of lush. There are plenty of times where there are layers of vocals harmonizing, floating through the background, and just adding more depth and texture to the songs themselves and the soundscape that you end up hearing.
With the release of such a massive record, we wanted to talk with the band about where it all came from and what this means to them.
The Part 2: Execute EP has another track to go before it is complete and we can't wait to hear it!
Here's what happened.
TSWS: Let's talk about Colorgrade! This record diplayed heavy riffs amidst this vast and melodic undertone! Where did this EP come from?
With every batch of releases we try to use what we learned and always try to experiment with how different sounds and influences make us feel in the song and on stage.
TSWS:I'm hearing a few different approaches on this EP! Who are some of your biggest musical influences?
As a band we listen to a really wide variety of music, but specifically for this batch of songs, we decided to take what we could learn from a more modern-metal pool, such as Sleep Token, Periphery, Dayseeker, Spiritbox, and Bilmuri.
TSWS:When did this all start for you as a band?
REDSIX was formed in late 2017-early 2018.
TSWS:Are you performing live right now? Any touring in support of this release?
We are playing local gigs to promote our single releases, please come on over if you are in the area! All information on our shows and events are available on the REDSIX instagram page @redsixband.
TSWS:Did you record this in a home studio setup, or did you go to a big studio for this?
We did record this EP in a recording studio, which happens to be in one of our homes.
TSWS:Now that this is out, what's next for you as a band?
Continue to play as many shows as possible to promote the new singles, as well as an EP launch as soon as the 4th song is released.
TSWS:Who's in all your headphones right now?
We all listen to very different things individually, but some common things we are all listening to to get into the mindset of this EP are Sleep Token, Periphery, Dayseeker, Spiritbox, Bilmuri, and President.
TSWS:Was creating this EP a big undertaking? How long did it take to finish this?
It took us a total of 6 months to write, demo, workshop and finally record, mix and master the songs for this EP.
TSWS:What would you tell people they can expect on this release?
Colorgrade is a really good representation of REDSIX, if you want to get the overall general vibe of the band, keeping in mind that this represents it in a happier, brighter, example this time around.
TSWS:Before we go, what would you like to express to fans of the music?
Thank you for taking the time to listen if you decide to stop by, and we hope that what we have a good time doing can result in you having a good time listening.
