Musical expression can be explosive. When the mood is right, sometimes the power in the lyrics or vocals isn’t enough and you crank up that guitar and slam on those drums with authority. Other times, it calls for a mellower approach or a more measured groove to get that feeling right. For The New Professionals, they push their alt/grunge rock inspired sound to its limits with their latest album, “Come Here Creature.” From the top, you are taken on an intense ride.
“Suit and Tie” is an interesting intro track that sends the listener on a wild ride. While the track can feel a bit meandering, the bassline and memorable guitar riffs that come and go will keep you in the groove. The ups and downs are as dramatic as the crash at the end of the track and some interesting lyrics such as “stick your ground, make a sound, move around” and “and I’m losing sleep again, sadness reigns like cotton candy lingerie, down the drain” give the track a surprising amount of punch. It’s a track that does a good job of grabbing your attention in spite of its wild nature.
“Chicago” follows it up and the groovy bass behind the shredding of echoing guitars that are accompanied by the quick, pounding percussion instantly brings you into the track. The vocal power is on full display in this track, with the chorus hitting hard and when other strong moments, such as belting of “take me on a holiday” with each section rising to the occasion to meet the power of the music. With a bassline that doesn’t quit, “Chicago” is a track you won’t want to miss.
“See No White” is the 7-minute epic of the album and it does not disappoint. The guitar work is powerful, packing the track with memorable riffs and sounds with the backdrop of instrumental power that never loses steam throughout. From heavy, to ambient, to a mixture and layering of both that only gets better during subsequent listens. It pairs perfectly with the powerful vocals and emotional lyrics such as “we were young, were liked, it was better when you didn’t try. Easier to pass the time” and “take me all alone, do me as you like, make believe it was like it was better when you waste my time.” “See No White” is a track that lives up to its long runtime by being a stand-out track on the album and one you look forward to hearing every time you replay it.
The closer of the album, “Hang His Hat,” is one that feels personal. From the moment it begins with rambling guitars and soft vocals, the vocals hit hard. With lines such as “I thought of a friend, man that I once knew, now he swears that he found the way. But I remember when he cried aloud, about all his fear and all his doubts” absolutely drip with emotion that become stronger with each repetition of the chorus. You can feel the power come not just from the vocals, but from the powerful drums and deep bassline as the airy guitars wail. It’s a memorable track and one whose power comes from the heart.
“Come Here Creature” is an album that wears its heart on its sleeve. From the top, tracks such as “Suit and Tie” and “Alimony” drip with a raw power that’s fueled by attitude. Others, such as “See No White” and “Hang His Hat” are cries from the heart, with the emotional power on full display. While not every track is a stand out, plenty of them are memorable and each packs a strong instrumental punch that warrants a listen from any interested rock fan.
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