When I first saw this album, I noticed some familiar stuff such as the artwork, which reminded me of someone's works and the name seemed too classic. Anyway, what was more than obvious was that this band was surely a modern Metal act with many groovy parts. I just came up with this thought while looking at the album's overall style (name, logo and artwork). Let's see, maybe I am right.
SIC hail from Faroe Islands and were formed in 2002. Since their official site's link sends you to their official Myspace page, I didn't find much bio stuff that were worth mentioning. From what I managed to understand, this is their debut album and it was produced by the well-known producer Tommy Hansen. I was also right about the artwork, since it has been designed by the Greek artist Seth Siro Anton.
If someone told me that I was going to be stunned by the music of a band that hails from Faroe Islands, I would just laugh the shit out of me. No offense, but Faroe Islands have no tradition and this is the first time I hear about a Metal band from there. Anyway, SIC kick some major ass with their modern Metal extreme assault. Their groovy, yet brutal and extreme industrialized style reminds of bands like MNEMIC, FEAR FACTORY, CHIMAIRA and some RAUNCHY.
Equipped with a more than good production (credits go to Mr. Hansen), SIC perfectly blend some old school Thrash with Hardcore and Nu Metal influences, to create an ass kicking mixture that will blow your brains on the wall! While listening to Pandemonium, you just can't stop headbanging! This band's members really have a high level of grooviness in their blood! I don't know if I am more excited than I should be, but in my humble opinion SIC's Pandemonium is one step further than MNEMIC's latest album.
What more can I say about these mates? They kicked the living shit out of me and I just can't stop listening to their debut masterpiece! If this is their first full-length effort, what the fuck will they release next? Guys take a close look at these guys, because as it seems we will be seeing them a lot in the future.