(As published for PushToFire.com)
London-based
group Infadels have released their second studio album, 'Universe In
Reverse' prior to their forthcoming European Tour. In their own words,
it is an album about “triumph in the face of adversity”, which “takes
the Infadel sound and force feeds it fizzy sherbet, ez-grow fertiliser
and washes it down with a bottle of diet coke and mentos”. Quite a
claim to make, I’m sure you’ll agree.
Slipping the CD into my laptop, I allowed the album to consume my mind
from start to finish, and I have to say I was more than satisfied by
what they have created.
Produced by Martin ‘Youth’ Glover – who has worked with the likes of
The Verve, Guns ‘N’ Roses and Depeche Mode in the past – this Infadels
album takes their music off on a slightly rockier tangent, whilst still
keeping the qualities that make their music unique.
Starting with the cinematic 'Circus Of The Mad', Infadels make a
Muse-esque impression on you before you’ve even got to the first verse.
The first single from this album 'Make Mistakes' then showcases catchy
riffs and a chorus that is easily picked up from the first few listens.
'Free Things For Poor People' demonstrates a dance element influenced
by the likes of David Bowie and Daft Punk, whilst 'Don’t Look Behind
You' reflects a more mellow and refined side to their music.
With strong lyrics and melodic, gripping guitar parts, Infadels have
fashioned a much more mature collection of songs. Though it may take a
little getting used to for fans who enjoyed their first album,
'Universe In Reverse' will easily satisfy the wait for new material and
is likely to capture new fans as well.
Allana Cutter