The Light & The Fury
Self-Released, 2025
8/10
Listen to The Light & The Fury
An outfit spearheaded by Phil Turcio’s keys and programming, The Outernet also includes Emilio Kormanic, Pete Molica and Pete Drummond for these 10 very unique tracks.
The speedy and aptly titled “The Fury” opens with Mollica’s frisky bass and Turcio’s lightning quick keys making an impression, and “The Crossing” follows with 2 parts that radiate warmth and adventurousness which swirls with plenty of prog-rock ideas.
In the middle, the melodic “Mortal” offers a heartfelt moment thanks to Kormanic’s harmonic guitars and the upbeat dynamics, while “Menacing Images” is an animated album highlight thanks to the meticulous guitars and Pete Drummond’s wild drumming.
Arriving near the end, “Running From The Aliens” offers busy textures of buzzing and cinematic bursts and “The Light” exits with grace and intimacy that’s rich with beauty.
Somewhere between jazz and prog-rock, The Outernet’s brand of fusion is quite distinct and memorable, and they excel in softer areas, too.
Travels well with: Paul Litteral- The Litteral Truth; Pete Mills- For The Record