Articles by Aidan Clucas

A very well done, and enjoyable, progressive rock record, though more nostalgic than innovative. – By Aidan Clucas

There are elements of nostalgia for those who are familiar with Deus Ex Machina, and too for those who are familiar with progressive rock. It is not ground-breaking but, rather, subtle in its innovation. Piras said he wanted the songs to feel more ‘from our guts than from our heads’ and this more primal-passion can definitely be felt, generated a more natural, earthy sound. By Aidan Clucas

This is subjective, but it is not better than any previous Periphery release, as it lacks the sheer thrill or astonishment of its predecessors. But it is by no means a disappointment, it is just a very good album in amongst great albums. – By Aidan Clucas

With the talent on display, and the mash of influences, this album could have strayed too far in any number of directions. It instead remains relatively grounded, yet still exceptional. This is aggressive, and heavy hitting, yet most importantly interesting and impressive. By Aidan Clucas

This is a really enjoyable album, and one that demonstrates so much potential. The band are perfectly fine doing what they’re doing, but they should either measure their intensity in their music, or incorporate more curious, and bizarre, dynamics. Very well done. By Aidan Clucas

‘Kentucky’ is a step up from ‘Magic Mountain’, but thankfully not just making the same music they made when they were kids; they may have finally “evolved”, and Kentucky represents the closing of their first chapter, and the beginning of fresh new passage in life. – By Aidan Clucas

With more instruments, or subtle differences, Hyeun could release a highly emotive album, which is also challenging. Their self-titled EP is but a teaser of their capability. By Aidan Clucas

As a whole the album is not satisfying and instead of appreciate the emotional and intellectual depth of brutal and expansive music, it instead leaves one with an appreciation for the work, but demanding an extra level of flair. – By Aidan Clucas

Mittens EP is the love-song of a singer-songwriter, and in this piece it is plain to see that Turner’s soul, and dreams, rest in the creation of music. Within this EP is only a small part of his emotion, sure, but with a simplistic style he can captivate many and create small portions of music that possess more personality than any contemporary singer-songwriter in the limelight today. By Aidan Clucas

This release is clever with it’s incorporation of popular rock and progressive elements. The songs are both catchy and enjoyable, whilst being interesting with a short dash of self-indulgency, a confidence needed for progressive rock. By Aidan Clucas