Bernicia is a trio that hails from Christchurch, New Zealand. Their debut self-titled album Bernicia features a heavy dose of classic rock inspired guitar riffs (think Led Zeppelin or Black Sabbath), with a punk rock attitude.
“Amazonia” encapsulates Bernicia’s classic rock leanings. The song is acoustic guitar-driven, but this is juxtaposed by a booming drumbeat that hangs out on the toms for most of the song. The vocals have a distortion on them that is reminiscent of Robert Plant’s vocals on Hats off To (Roy) Harper. In fact, “Amazonia” sounds hugely inspired by Zeppelin III. The electric guitar riff is heavy with distortion, adding a harshness that complements the lighter acoustic guitar. “Take Them Not Me” is a high-energy punk rock track. The guitar riff is simple but intense, and the bass is dripping with distortion. The vocal inflections are the highlight of this track, as they ebb and flow between angry spoken word and shouting. The punk influence does not feel out of place with the more classic rock inspired tunes. Both styles allow for a similar fervor that defines the album overall. With that said, the final track “Love & Betrayal” is a head-scratcher. Simply put, the song sounds unfinished. The drums are too loud in the mix, and it seems as if the other instruments are coming through speakers and being picked up by the drum mics. The song’s quality differs so much from the others that it I'm not sure why it was included on the album. Bernicia’s debut album is a collection of punk rock and classic rock inspired tunes. The group balances the genres well and does not rely too much on their influences. Instead, Bernicia uses them to create their unique sound.
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