A Hero’s Journey
Reslau, 2022
8/10
The debut album from the New Zealand trio Capital Theatre, the 10 tracks here present a very skilled, meticulous and exceptionally produced display of their alt-rock ways.
“Fait Accompli” starts the listen with buzzing synth, as driving guitars and thumping drums enter the dynamic and smooth alt-rock delivery, and “People” continues the intensity with a fiery rhythm section that balances power and melody with dreamy and hard hitting moments.
“Fire” lands in the middle and offers calmer moments of beauty amid bursts of cathartic energy, while “Delicately Poised” soars high with its anthemic demeanor and great use of piano alongside the swirling guitar.
“Better Than This” and “Save A Stranger” exit the listen, where the former lands in piano balladry that’s quite poetic and emotive, and the latter finishes on a pop-punk friendly tone that’s still indebted to the more abrasive sides of rock.
Adam Stevenson (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Roy Oliver (guitar, backing vocals) and Paul Reid (drums, backing vocals) make up Capital Theatre, and it’s very likely you’re going to hear much more about them, cause they can write a firm yet pensive song you won’t soon forget.
Travels well with: Dean- Life Lessons; Heat Of Damage- Open Fire