This review covers the punk rock track Rise Against – Savior.
This track was released in 2008 on the album Appeal to Reason.
The track starts with a vocal and guitar. From there, the lead guitar shreds in as the vocals drop out. An instrumental section ensues.
After that, the vocals return with the bass guitar emphasized. The emphasis shifts when the vocals take the track into the main chorus. An instrumental section follows.
From there, the vocals take the track into the next verse. Some shredding is heard in this section. After that, the vocals take the track to the bridge, then the main chorus. The section ends as the track pulls back somewhat into an instrumental. After that, the vocals return as the lead guitars return in a more full capacity. The track then largely drops out with just a guitar left behind.
At that point, the vocals return as the tempo slows down significantly. Shortly after, the main chorus kicks back in. The instrumental elements returns with the vocals overlayed over top. Several kicks from the drum kit hit and the guitars lead the track out.
One thing I do like about the track is the vocals. They work very well and almost have a hint of that sound from The Offspring thanks to the backup vocals. The lyrics work quite well as its packed full of meaning (think American politics).
Meanwhile, the guitars work quite well as they really help carry the track through from beginning to end. You have the softer acoustic sounds for the quieter and slower parts and the strong lead guitars pushing things in the main chorus. It all works quite well.
Overall, this is a great track. It’s got nice vocals, well done lyrics, and nicely done backing elements. It flows well from beginning to end and has some very solid production quality. So, a great track all around.
Score
8/10
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