All That Is Occupies Now is the latest album by the band Strict Vincent. This is an album that took a few listens to not only unlock the complexity and cleverness but also for it to grow on me. But it definitely did. Make no mistake this is abrasive and uneasy listening for sure.
The vocals are demonically screamed and growled and spat out like a member of the walking dead, but the key is they are ever-changing and taking on different personas which adds to the overall feeling of this album giving the impression it was recorded in a mental asylum. Great character! Ben Vincent really gives every last bit of breath and emotion he has on vocals without sounding strained or forced.
The music, once you have really listened and have been numbed by the sheer blunt force of the blast drums, is very complex and intricate with lots of little cutaways and jazzy sections, backed up with some excellent riffs and headbanging opportunities which at first can make it hard to settle into. But I don’t think Strict Vincent ever wants you to really settle in. I think they want you to feel queasy and on edge like anything could happen at any minute.
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Though even at first listen it can sound like chaos, it is very well made music by clever musicians with songs presenting their own unique hooks and everlasting moments. A mix of extreme and jazzy progressive is the only way I can describe it.
The middle of the album showcases three songs that make up a trilogy on Ted Bundy, Part 1 Bruise the Fruits of the Flesh, Part 2 The Coed Killer, Part 3 Ungodly Legacy.
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This is pure excellence and the highlight of the recording with Part 2 The Coed Killer being the standout overall, heavy but with some fabulous guitar sections which have you grooving along while having your eardrums assaulted, all the while telling the story of one of the most brutal and evil serial killers in history.
Guitars are masterfully played by Macgregor Chappell and Hayden Oliver and for me just shine throughout getting better and better on each listen as you hear little runs that you didn’t hear on the last playthrough. Matt Sykes lets rip on his bass and the drums are blasted at light speed and with thudding power by Aramis.
The last track almost has you switch off the stereo, Tinnitus/Laryngitis as it starts with a wee increasing high pitch beep but then rewards your pain and patience with actually a very groovy and excellent metal song. That is this album all over, never lets you get comfortable but never turns you away.
I really liked this album and it did grow on me until I realized how good it was. A very different but rewarding listening experience. I will continue on with this album’s paradoxical nature by saying, I highly recommend it, but it’s not for everyone.
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Release Year: 2013
Label: self-released
Category: Album
Country: Australia
Reviewed by Chris Rankin
