When you enjoy doing something, it comes easily. For Midlands rockers Fires That Divide, that applies to making music.
On first listen to their self-titled debut EP it exudes a honed sound, technically and stylistically. There's a backbone of heavy 90's grunge with a gritty, moody vocal intent on fulfilling the rock agenda.
It's short at only thee tracks long, but sweet enough to satisfy a rock craving with stand out track 'Sexy Chocolate'. A novel song title, but there's nothing throw-away about it. Chunky riffs enveloped in a tap-happy rhythm, but still focusing on that punk vibe.
The other tracks don't stray too far from this either. 'First Point Of Call' has a kick of weighty drums supported by a relentless bass line, until the vocals come in and let the track show off it's influences, not dissimilar to Soundgarden. Praise indeed.
'No Hidden Scars' has the ability to make your head bob. These boys seem able to keep it catchy while not betraying their first love of the heavier side of things. This one has screaming vocals and lyrics that make you want to take notice. A great mix of all the good stuff, and they pull it off.
It's great when things come together nicely, and this EP does that. A well produced and strong debut that should lead to more of the same. It would be great to see more from Fires That Divide, but if this has whetted your appetite, you can catch them supporting Slam Cartel at the Slade Rooms, Wolverhampton on Saturday 23rd April.
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