Album Review: Pull The Plug

Bloodshot

Review by River Tucker // 15 May 2018

What is it about Wellington that produces such great metal bands? Bloodshot is no exception to the rule and seems ready and rearing to go. Not strictly Metalcore, their debut album Pull The Plug also throws in elements of Thrash and Melodic Hardcore for good measure.

Melodious sections often lend more weight to well-written and inspiring lyrics, which can seem a bit contradictory given the dark subject matter. The musically tried and true might get a bit blasé if Bloodshot didn’t consistently hit all the nails on the head in these first-rate compositions.

Pull The Plug is an excellent debut release full of angst and youthful exuberance. Most people will identify and be compelled by the generally tight performances and excellent riffing, which will keep any metal loving audience amped and keen for the mosh pit.

The last of the eleven tracks Peripheral is easily the standout. This album seems to grow on you the more you listen. Check it out today.

★★★★ (4 stars)

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About the author River Tucker

Hi, My name is River, and I’m a music tutor, multi-instrumentalist (mainly playing drums), and freelance graphic and web designer from Aotearoa, New Zealand. Over the years I’ve worked in numerous bands playing styles ranging from jazz and ska to grunge and metal. I’ve also recorded and self-produced a number of releases consisting of original compositions. This experience, along with an inherent appreciation of music, has helped with my ability to review music for Muzic.NZ. The landscape of our music scene in New Zealand is rich with potential, yet often overshadowed by underutilized talent waiting to be discovered. As a reviewer, I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to highlight some of these emerging voices, which has provided me with an appreciation of the diverse musical tapestry that Aotearoa has to offer. Writing reviews is my way of promoting some of that musical talent to a local and international audience. By inspiring the

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