Make way for heavy metal with tons of melody 

Spirit Adrift’s latest album, Ghost At The Gallows, is guaranteed to deliver everything fans have been asking for and then some. This heavy metal band knows how to throw everything they have at their audience, delivering high-octane music that encompasses the best of both worlds: powerful, dynamic instrumentals infused with just enough melody to appeal to fans and Spirit Adrift neophytes alike. 

Take “Barn Burner,” for example. The music unfurls with some seriously intense guitar playing, the solo raw and candid. Shortly after, the stirring vocals make their grand entrance. The vocals alone showcase an artfully skilled singer and, despite the grittier, grainier feel, there’s still plenty of talent showcased with each poignant vibrato. The guitar continues to pave the way for a ferocious tune, never overpowering the rest of the instrumentals. The drums set the stage without needing to unnecessarily compete, allowing every band member to shine in their own right. 

“Death Won’t Stop Me” is another fan-favorite, the sound just as heavy and foreboding as “Barn Burner” and effortlessly powerful. The guitar is heavy with just the right amount of distortion and the melody is never overwhelmed by the instrumentals. A song like this makes it that much easier for music lovers of all kinds to find themselves lost in the music. It’s heavy, catchy and presents listeners with a compelling sound that sticks around long after the track has ended. 

Keeping with the theme of dynamic, commanding music, “I Shall Return” is a fast-paced track that’s still melodic, but in a different way. This song emanates dominance and prepares listeners for even more powerful, punchy tracks ahead. The entire album is rife with talent and promises to deliver something new with every song. The good news? Spirit Adrift does not disappoint and this album will quickly become a favorite among music lovers.