The Binary Code - Priest EP
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Between the Buried and MeIntronaut
The Contortionist
Release Date
08/10/2010
Label
IndependentTracklist
1. Ocean of Light2. Priest
3. Encircled
4. Priest (8-Bit)
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The state of New Jersey may not be known for much more than its mob ties and Jersey Shore, but if there is one thing it has been gaining recognition for in the past few years, it's the sheer amount of quality metal that makes its way out of state lines. The Dillinger Escape Plan, The Number Twelve Looks Like You, and many other eclectic metal acts call New Jersey home, meaning that there must be something in the water. Bergen County's The Binary Code is no different, releasing a steady stream of progressive metal with last year's Suspension of Disbelief and this year's Priest EP. Led by guitarist Jesse Zuretti, the band has tentative plans for at least two more releases within the next year and no intentions of slowing down. Their wide range of influence shows through on Priest, making for a unique experience and a foreshadowing of larger things to come.
The album opens with “Ocean of Light,” a post-metal groove that is pretty different from the rest of the group's output. Expertly layered guitars sit atop rolling drums and Earth-rattling chords, reminiscent of Intronaut. The song collapses into the second track, “Priest,” featuring the same lethargic, yet manic, riffing style that carries on through most of the release. Michael Apprich's vocals eerily echo Tommy Rogers of Between the Buried and Me fame throughout, and Zuretti shows off his skills more than adequately, but the real standout on this disc is the third track. “Encircled” is the final track of the EP and is led by drummer Umar Fahim's unique performance. While he plays the role of reserved pocket-holder for most of Priest, “Encircled” is his chance to shine. Bursts of blasting madness peek through the intricate guitar work and his expertly crafted kick holds tight, even through infectiously frantic grooves in the first half of the track.
Priest is a short, exciting ride that leaves an air of mystery surrounding The Binary Code. Their sound has already evolved beyond that of their first full length quite a bit, and with more music already in the works, they could easily get the recognition they deserve. The band may not be for everyone, but metalheads should check out the EP and move onto their previous full length, Suspension of Disbelief, from there. If not, no worries, you'll be hearing from The Binary Code again in no time.
--Cody Rogers
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gonna download and listen to this.
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Raleigh, NC
It's very interesting. I'm really, really stoked to hear their next full length.