Generally speaking, this album is okay. If you’re after a straight forward hard rock-metal crossover album, then Trigger Point’s debut will probably provide exactly what you’re looking for.Sadly, that’s the problem. Although the music is well put together, the songs have punch and immediacy; they lack a certain finesse that is evident in the leading lights of the genre. Trivium, for example, mix perfectly executed metal with flawlessly melodic hard rock. Trigger Point’s album is somewhat disjointed and generic.
The title track, although skilfully and confidently played comes across as a first attempt. These guys have been in bands before, and they really should be better at writing.
“My Time” delves into the latter end of the Nu-Metal era, bearing similarities with Unloco, Twisted Method, Noise Therapy and American Head Charge. At least they are better than some of the casualties of that genre. This song has an almost melodic chorus that simply annoys because it never takes off, and really doesn’t sound very convincing. Singer Taylor doesn’t sound like his heart is in it. He does give a better performance on “Picking Up The Pieces”.
Compared to label-mates Allele, Trigger Point fall very short of the mark. As always, though, one person’s symphony is another’s earache, so have a listen for yourself.
The grooves are flat, the melodies are uncared for, the heavier moments are plodding. Potentially, this could have been great, but ultimately it was let down by a lack of spark, attention to detail or unique x-factor. Sadly forgettable.
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