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The Human Farm

Vanderlust

This was a solid release. The band is clearly talented, as we as being meticulous about their songwriting, and it is indeed a polished and mature sound. They don’t let their talent just run loose here, instead, they harness it so that it shines when it needs to, but not interfering with the story, the melody, or the emotional ebb and flow throughout the album.
March 30, 2026

Guitarist Francesco had these comments on the new album: "In my opinion, this album represents the band's maturation. With the previous record, we embarked on a path that finds its true explosion in this album. It is a record that develops further some elements that were still only hinted at in our debut. Those who appreciated our sound but were expecting something even more personal, elaborate, and polished will certainly be pleased to listen to the new album." The album has 11 songs, and "Humanity 2.0 – The Human Farm" is first. The thing that strikes me most about the opening bars is how well the band uses orchestral elements within the music, although much of it is somber. There is also a lot of bombast here…the song has a heavy emotional impact through rising and retreating tides.

"The Turning Point" begins with short, staccato guitar notes, and the heightened feeling that something is around the corner. When it turns, it turns into a mid-tempo rocker with a good deal of weight, and equal doses of melody as well. Riccardo has an excellent voice for this kind of music. "Connection Failed" is also quite emotional, and the band seems to have a knack for this. It's warm, gentle, and melancholy, at least until audible bass notes arrive along with some biting harsh vocals. "Viral Escape" is more firm and has more weight. Thick bass notes come through and the song moves a lot faster. I also quite like the harmonized vocals, and he goes very high into the register at the end with a rousing scream. "Battlefield" begins with a full-on assault of sounds from emotional vocals and lead breaks. Settling into a groove, it's a fast moving and energetic sound. You also get some Power Metal elements here. It's sharp, clean, and delivers a big chorus.

"Drive" is both gentler and warmer. It has a longing quality to it, as if you are replaying regrets that you have in your life. There is a big punch in the chorus however, a massive round that is far reaching. "Reborn…Again" is full of life, and positive sound. It makes me want to get up and get moving. Following a succession of emotionally charged songs on the album, it's nice to warm back up with a song like this. The piano section after the halfway mark restores my soul. "Humanity 3.0 – The New Canaan" closes the album. It begins like a dream unfolding in your mind, and slowly you orient yourself to your surroundings. It dances in easy from there, with comfortable vocals and just a bit of cold air every now and again. You can feel it building to a crescendo, and it ends on perhaps a question as opposed to an answer.

This was a solid release. The band is clearly talented, as we as being meticulous about their songwriting, and it is indeed a polished and mature sound. They don't let their talent just run loose here, instead, they harness it so that it shines when it needs to, but not interfering with the story, the melody, or the emotional ebb and flow throughout the album.

8 / 10

Excellent

Songwriting

8

Musicianship

8

Memorability

8

Production

9
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"The Human Farm" Track-listing:

1. Humanity 2.0 - The Human Farm

2. Golden Shackles

3. The Turning Point

4. Connection Failed

5. Viral Escape

6. ...Find Them!

7. Battlefield

8. From the Cave - Fuga

9. Drive

10. Reborn... Again

11. Humanity 3.0 - The New Canaan

 

Vanderlust Lineup:

Santo – Bass

Giacomo "Giachi" Mezzetti – Drums

Francesco "Franz" Romeggini – Guitars

Riccardo Morello – Vocals

 

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