HUMAN INTEREST STORY

This album shows that it took some time, and a hiatus, for 3rdDegree to develop. This sounds to me as a kind of off-beat, discontented pop-rock music, best suited for a bar rather than concert hall. I think I saw somewhere their self-description "subverting popular music with prog", or something along those lines. Songs are an eclectic bunch, ranging from an angry toned guitar to more relaxed and to airy 80s style. There is even a rap-punk shout-out hybrid. What united these songs, however, is that they are not really flashy or catchy. No instrument stands out, all share equal footing. For those who like to hear their bass, this is for you.

For more of the same style, but better, check out Narrow-Caster. If you want to see this band really take it next level, get their latest, The Long Division