EP Review: Second Cities – Out With the Old (Self Released)

Carl Fisher 2 min read

Second Cities are an emo-inspired, heart on their sleeve, intense and high energy alternative metal band based in Birmingham, UK. Formed in 2017, the band have released several singles to date culminating in the EP ‘Out With the Old’ due to be released on January 29th 2021.

Who are Second Cities? In their own words:

We represent the underdogs, the bullied kids in school. We represent those who feel derelict and disturbed. We believe in equality and diversity, love has no gender, colour or creed and racism has no place in our society. We care about the shit that you’ve been through, cause we’ve been through it too. If you have ever felt bittersweet, vengeful or rebellious, we stand with you.

If there is anymore proof needed that the British metal scene is in good hands, look no further then Second Cities. A band that stand proudly for what they believe in and portray it as strongly as they possibly can through the medium of their music.

This EP is the perfect example of where the band have been over the last couple of years. Kicking off with the incredible passion and deceiving catchiness of Like A Moth. Here, the band showcase the energetic metal mixed with inflamed hardcore-style vocals that fans have grown to adore so much.

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Love & War (a personal favourite) is a more intense listen. The riffs jagged and rough to the ears, the percussion adding the exclamation point to sharp vocals. It’s Second Cites showing the heavier side of their music. Whereas Oceans (Elemental Hero Bubbleman) is all about its killer catchy rhythm and mellow moments. It’s a classy vocal performance here, the sort of singing that stands tall.

The penultimate track Faith has some fascinating riffs and feels a little more loose. A bit like jamming but ten times more refined and the layered vocals really work. Before Say Goodbye (For Now) wraps up an excellent EP with an intense edge but one not lacking in Second Cities trademark passion.

This band are truly something special.

Second Cities – Out With the Old Full Track Listing:

1. Like A Moth
2. Love & War
3. Oceans (Elemental Hero Bubbleman)
4. Faith
5. Say Goodbye (For Now)




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