Chasing the Sun
Chris Bay
Metal maniacs, rejoice! I am proud to present to you: CHRIS BAY; signed via Steamhammer/SPV Records, hailing from the glory of Germany - performing Rock, on the debut album entitled: "Chasing The Sun" (released 23rd of February, 2018).
Since formation in 2017; the quintet in question have one album in their discography so far: "Chasing The Sun". 11 tracks ranging at around 35:39; CHRIS BAY arranges an intricately designed development of radio-friendly Rock distinctions, starting off with "Flying Hearts" - the FREEDOM CALL brainchild challenges himself with a different direction of musical melodies. Taking a break from the heavy-hitting quartet, this differentiate will demonstrate constructive criticism and cite for unique opinions from the masses. However; while the solo artist has chosen this incentive, there is still a profusely robust substance of proficiently elegant executions that are admirably commendable.
Consisting of Chris Bay on vocals/guitar; the front man consistently delivers a concrete balance of clean, high-pitched singing and rhythmic, melodious effiaciousness that is complex and full of dexterity. "Light My Fire" showcases the vast contrast of efficiently composed elements which diversely distribute a solid slab of easy-listening entertainment; Rami Ali on the powerhouse drums establishes an enlightening formula of battering relentlessness in songs like "Move On", the single "Radio Starlight" & the dynamic "Silent Cry" make for a distinguished experience. There is an administered aesthetic of organic implementations from Achim Köhler on bass and other assorted instruments; including bouncy yet catchy grooves with, crunchy fuzziness and synthesized stability in which attributes with a remarkably psychedelic coordination for atmosphere. "Hollywood Dancer"; "Keep Waiting" & "Misty Rain" establish diligent creativity with this innovative characteristic, with the craftsmanship providing electronica complexities and keyboardist adroitness which persists with a fluid structure of adequate finesse.
CHRIS BAY has a grandiose manifestation of meticulous representation, "Where Waters Flow In Heaven" conveys a simplistic result while still portraying exquisite flamboyancy - still captivating me with unprecedented ramifications. "Bad Boyz" has a determined thumpyness to it, overall concluding the record with the quirky "Love Will Never Lie". Bottom line; my expectations were definitely exceeded with this one, "Chasing The Sun" is a fulfilling discovery - while it is not full of extremity, CHRIS BAY certainly entertained me in his own way.
7 / 10
Good
Songwriting
Musicianship
Memorability
Production
"Chasing the Sun" Track-listing:
1. Flying Hearts
2. Light My Fire
3. Move On
4. Radio Starlight
5. Silent Cry
6. Hollywood Dancer
7. Keep Waiting
8. Misty Rain
9. Where Waters Flow In Heaven
10. Bad Boyz
11. Love Will Never Lie
Chris Bay Lineup:
Chris Bay - Vocals/Guitar
Ramy Ali - Drums
Achim Köhler - Bass
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