Shai Hulud are a melodic hardcore group that have maintained a steady, loyal fanbase since the early 90s. Unlike lots of bands these days, the guys in Shai Hulud release an album once every five years. Their newest installment Reach Beyond the Sun is due out in February, and is a followup to 2008's Misanthropy Pure.
Anyway, the first single from Reach was released about a week ago and...Jesus Christ. This is one hell of a song. While I loved Misanthropy, at times the album felt a little flat, lacking the epic feel of a lot of hardcore bands these days. While I realize this is a throwover from 90s style hardcore, Misanthropy, while a beast of an album overall, lacked good hooks - opting instead for quieter openings that would gradually explode into epicness.
'Reach Beyond the Sun', as a song, grabs you by the ears and, quite simply, doesn't let go. From the melodic backing rhythm of the opening, overlaid with rapid arpeggios, to the tight verse, all the way through, Shai Hulud continues their penchant for excellence. There is nothing else I can say other than this is an amazing song and I'm eager for what the band has to offer in February.
Listen to it here:
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