THE EDITED PRESS RELEASE: “On the back of singles King Creep, Never Stop and Beneath The Silence, psych-rock outfit Kilfeather have released new full-length album Island of Forgotten Toys, a 12-song powerhouse filled with every flavour of rock ānā roll. A diverse evolution of the heavy rock sound unlike much heard in the music world these days, Kilfeatherās latest work explores many aspects of the genre while also mixing in a dash of punk and pop into the potion.
Island of Forgotten Toys is an album of many colours. Each song has a unique character accompanied by its very own shade of emotion. Jam packed with high-definition instrumentation and social commentary, this record has something for everyone to feast on. The album starts off with King Creep, a heavy fast-paced guitar freak out that leads you on a joyride into a multiverse of madness. Mixed with elements of punk rock and classic metal, the opening to this album pulls no punches and gets you right in the mosh pitting spirit.⯠Second single Never Stop is driven by a thumping bass rhythm and unstoppable drumbeat. It starts off with a grounded pop groove and ends up blasting you through the atmosphere and into the cosmos.
Up next is Beneath the Silence. This barreling punk anthem explodes like a Molotov cocktail. With a catchy hook, screaming guitars, and a runaway train style rhythm section, this track is definitely poised to get heads banging and bodies moving. The lyrics feel like a shot of adrenaline and its musical sneer amplifies the songs rebellious attitude. Then you have Bleeding Hearts, an odyssey into the depths of desperation, love, and dedication. This four-and-a-half-minute rock ballad pleads in devotion with guitar and vocal harmonies that pump straight through the ventricles and into your bloodstream.
Kilfeather is a known multi-instrumentalist but specializes in guitar, vocals, and songwriting. He has written and released over 30 records and counting since 2006 and performs with a power trio under his own name. His music has been referred to as āPsych Garage Punkā, a sound that best describes a concoction of garage rock ānā roll mixed with elements of punk, classic metal, and pop music. He has shared the stage with a wide variety of artists and bands all across the West Coast.ā