Review
"Human," the fifth beast of a studio album from Three Days Grace, hits harder with its gritty rock roots roaring back with Matt Walst at the mic. Matt, formerly of My Darkest Days, steps in after Adam Gontier's departure, and boy, does he bring it! Released on March 31, 2015, this gem saw the light through RCA Records, packing an intense, raw punch thanks to producer Gavin Brown, a familiar face since the debut days. Matt's gritty vocals crash into vibrant, pulsing guitars with tracks like "Painkiller" and "I Am Machine," delivering knockout energy that leaves a footprint on the Mainstream Rock charts.
The album delivers high-voltage intensity with numbers like "Landmine" and "Car Crash," creating an adrenaline-pumping rate that doesn't let up. You've also got songs like "The Real You," where emotional depth surfaces through haunting piano hues and profound vocals. Guitar riffs slam like a sledgehammer, powered by a pulsating rhythmic foundation. Yup, reviews might seem like a mixed bag, with some critics raving about Matt's fresh energy and others missing the old vibe of Gontier's vocals—yet it's undeniable that "Human" comfortably claws its way into Three Days Grace's collection of sonic anthems. It stands as an emphatic statement of reinvention while keeping the band's hardcore edge in the limelight. - Jaxx
