The new Helio Sequence album is fantastic.

There, I said it.

You see, despite their dynamic live show and a catalog of solid release, I’ve never been much of a fan. Yeah yeah, I know they are truly a great band and all, but to be honest, I usually clock out after a few of their songs, and doubt I’ve ever made it through an entire record of theirs in one sitting. Sorry.

But those days are over. Due out on the 29th of this month, the songs on Keep Your Eyes Ahead feel ambitious and grand, a collection of expertly-assembled rock songs with bombastic hooks but none of the guilt that comes with listening to something so decadent.

While there is not a CD release show scheduled, the band’s publicist promises a “big throw down in Portland for the end of their tour.” I hope they don’t mean this Throwdown.

MP3:
Helio Sequence - Keep Your Eyes Ahead