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Guiltmaker
Driven By Arms

Kiss of Death (2006) Neil

Guiltmaker – Driven By Arms cover artwork
Guiltmaker – Driven By Arms — Kiss of Death, 2006

Despite featuring ex-members of Combatwoundedveteran and Reversal of Man, Guiltmaker is distinctly less heavy than you might initially assume they would be. In fact the band does a fairly catchy take on the mid 90s emo rock/ post hardcore sound. Reminiscent of both bands like Rival Schools, Jets to Brazil and Jawbreaker, as well as uber popular present day acts like Brand New and Taking Back Sunday. Apparently this four song EP is merely a taster for what is to come as the band are presently writing the material for their debut full length. If they continue with the same approach to song writing it will be one to look out for when it hits the streets, and will undoubtedly see the band propelled far beyond their present Florida base.

7.0 / 10Neil • June 20, 2006

Guiltmaker – Driven By Arms cover artwork
Guiltmaker – Driven By Arms — Kiss of Death, 2006

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