Renditions (EP)
| Renditions | ||||
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| EP by SECRETS | ||||
| Released | April 7, 2015 | |||
| Recorded | Early 2015 | |||
| Genre | Acoustic | |||
| Length | 14:07 | |||
| Label | Velocity/Rise | |||
| Producer | Beau Burchell | |||
| SECRETS chronology | ||||
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| Professional ratings | |
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| Source | Rating |
| It's All Dead |   |
| Ghost Cult Magazine | |
| Thinking Lyrically | [1] |
| Musicology Online | |
Renditions is the first extended play by American post hardcore band SECRETS. It was released on April 7, 2015. It is made up of three stripped down acoustic version of songs previously released on their second album Fragile Figures, and one brand new track "What's Left of Us. [2]
Reception
The EP has been met with generally positive reviews. Critics commended the band on the stripped down sound achieved, and lead vocalist, Richard Roger's vocals. Writing for It's All Dead reviewer Kiel Hauck wrote, "What makes Renditions unique is its simplicity. This isn’t some experimental endeavor for the band – it’s a bare bones presentation in every sense of the word... cementing the band’s songwriting prowess and adding a new dimension to a handful of already impressive tracks."[3] Julie Conpo of Ghost Cult Magazine said, "The vocals are powerful and soulful, allowing you to completely absorb the lyrics and theme of the song. The almost orchestral sound is impressive and proves that Secrets are not just a one-trick pony; their music is universal and they are talented musicians." and went on to give the EP a 9 out of 10 rating. [4] Eddie Sims, of Musicology Online wrote a mixed review in which he appreciates the bands effort, but says that the acoustic versions fall short compared to the originals.[5]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Forever and Never" | 3:15 |
| 2. | "Dance of the Dead" | 2:50 |
| 3. | "Fragile Figures" | 3:15 |
| 4. | "What's Left of Us" | 4:42 |
References
- ↑ "Review: Secrets - Renditions EP". Retrieved 2015-06-16.
- ↑ http://www.altpress.com/news/entry/secrets_announce_acoustic_ep_renditions_produced_by_saosin_guitarist
- ↑ Hauck, Kiel. "Review: Secrets - Renditions". It's All Dead. Retrieved 2015-06-16.
- ↑ Conopo, Julie. "Secrets - Renditions EP". Ghost Cult Magazine. Retrieved 2015-06-16.
- ↑ Simms, Eddie. "Secrets - Renditions". Musicology Online. Retrieved 2015-06-16.