Human Zoo: Echoes Beyond

Human Zoo's fifth studio album Echoes Beyond defies genre boundaries, blending heavy metal, hard rock, and AOR to create an infectious, hook-laden experience. Comprised of Thomas Seeburger (vocals), Zarko Mestrovic (keyboards), Ingolf Engler (guitars), Boris Matakovic (sax), Ralf Grespan (bass), and Matthias Amann drums, the German band excels at crafting memorable songs with sing-along choruses and melodic guitar solos.

The unexpected addition of saxophone adds a delightful layer of depth, gently accompanying the tasty guitar solos and intertwining with the keyboards to create intricate textures throughout the album. At times, the keys and guitars converge in perfect harmony, while elsewhere, the sax and guitar engage in captivating dialogues. Echoes Beyond draws comparisons to iconic hair metal bands like Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, and Mötley Crüe, with hints of Wildness's raw energy and FM's refined, melodic sensibilities. Initially, the album may seem shallow, but repeated listens reveal nuanced arrangements, potentially hinting at the progressive rock undertones critics have noted.

Standout tracks include the high-energy single "In My Dreams", the driving "To The Ground", the irresistible melodic duo "Echo" and "Heartache", the cowboy-metal infused "Waiting 'Til the Dawn", and the anthemic "Forget About The Past". This album is a treasure trove of catchy melodies and hooks. With "Echoes Beyond", Human Zoo delivers more than just a pleasant listen; it's an excellently crafted and executed heavy hair metal album. Newcomers will find themselves digging deeper into their catalog, and fans will appreciate the band's continued evolution.

Released via Fastball Music, Echoes Beyond solidifies Human Zoo's position in the hard rock and metal scene. Recommended for fans of classic rock and hair metal!

Track Listing:
1. Gun 4 a While (3:18)
2. In My Dreams (3:20)
3. To The Ground (3:22)
4. Ghost In Me (4:48)
5. Daddy You’re a Star (4:22)
6. Hello! Hello! (3:17)
7. Echo (3:46)
8. Heartache (3:28)
9. Forget About the Past (4:41)
10. Waiting ‘Til the Dawn (4:21)
11. Ready 2 Rock (2:54)
12. Forget About The Past (Acoustic) (4:05)

Added: September 22nd 2024
Reviewer: Jose Antonio Marmol
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