I just got turned on to a great new band from Seattle, Washington. Allow me to introduce you to Direct Divide. They are an Alternative/Cinematic Rock band out of Seattle, Washington. Their music is melodic and cinematic, featuring violin, female vocals, piano, bass, distorted guitars, and drums. Direct Divide is Razz on Violins/Vocals, Kevin Proctor on Guitar/Keyboards, Gabe Soto on Bass and Valdemar Huguet on Drums.
Direct Divide have a full length album “Bridges” which was released today. The album was recorded at Gossard Recording Studio, CrackleNPop Recording Studio and mixed by their own guitarist Kevin Proctor and mastered by Dave Cooley (producer of Silversun Pickups) at Elysian Mastering in LA. The album simply became a grand work of musical art and includes unique instrument’s such as Razz’s Wood Viper Violin ((6 string electric violin capable of handling 4 octaves), Hammond B3 organ, lap steel, pedal steel, acoustic guitar, cello, viola.
“Bridges” is an amazing album that includes emotionally driven songs laden with passionate vocals, melodies and harmonies with depth that take you on a ride through their life experiences. The music can be described as an alternative hard rock style yet with a symphonic flare that perfects it. Fusion of music at it’s finest. Razz’s vocals are beautiful and captivating and have such a powerful presence. The songs also have some rocking guitars and drums that give it a rock/punk edge at times. I absolutely love the diversity of this album.
Meteors is a heartfelt song that highlights Razz’s vocals. She reminds me of a cross between Ani DiFranco and Natalie Merchant with her amazing tones and a rockin edge like Pat Benatar. The violin and the harmonies on this song are like sweet caressing kisses. Running brings out a much heavier rock style as Valdemar adds some energetic drumming and the guitars build up the intensity. I love the angst ridden passion in Running and it is a personal fave of mine. Break the Cycle is another rockin song that has the most amazing violin work, it is intense and will leave you in awe.
Head over to Bandcamp, or Itunes and pick up your copy of Bridges. It is a must have add to your playlist. In a time where so much music has almost become a disposable commodity, Direct Divide deliver a true musical gem that will withstand the test of time. I look forward to hearing much more from them. I will leave you with a video of Direct Divide performing Writing on the Walls at the Cave in Big Bear.
~ Marisol
Information & Links:
- Website: www.directdivideband.com
- Facebook: Facebook.com/directdivide
- Twitter: www.twitter.com/directdivide
- Youtube: www.youtube.com/directdivide
- Bandcamp: www.directdivide.bandcamp.com
- Itunes:
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