EP Review: Citrus Blossom - Eyes filled with Apathy (2020)
On this lovely Sunday I want to introduce you to another great band from Greece. Vasilis Papadopulos (guitar and vocals), Konstantinos Baxevanis (bass) and Thanasis Psonidis (drums) from Thessaloniki are Citrus Blossom. The trio was founded in 2017 and dedicated themselves to Rock'n'Roll. On April 10, 2020 Citrus Blossom released their first EP "Eyes filled with Apathy", 25 minutes of soulful and grooving Rock music.
As the first song 'Stranger' kicks in, Citrus Blossom show off their powerful style: fearless, intensely rolling Heavy Blues Rock with tons of Groove and delicate movement. Minimalistic and yet broadly arranged they form a huge soundscape with their three instruments. And when you think the song is over, Thanasis counts in for the big finale of the opener. A beautiful trap that makes me very happy.
Citrus Blossom are covering a broad spectrum on their debut. Thoughtful and sentimental passages as in 'It ain't real' easily slide into heavily rocking moves as in the following track 'Still awake'. What I like especially is how guitar and bass interact. For the main riffs Vasilis is taking the lead creating groovy tunes or decorating the musical landscape with beautiful licks. During the vocal parts his guitar moves back and supports the rhythm while Konstantinos' bass takes over the melody part by warm but strong pickings. And we're not forgetting about Thanasis who forms the rhythmical backbone by a spectrum going from soulful halfbeats to massive locomotive dynamics and beautiful fills.
Photo Credit: Citrus Blossom
The two bands Citrus Blossom reminds me of the most are Daily Thompson and VUG, despite the Greek band's hardly distorted style is a whole different approach to Groove Rock. Dynamic Rock'n'Roll meets Summer of love meets honest and real emotions. At some parts there might be a smooth transition towards Stoner Rock.
This EP is perfect for long nights, inside or outside. Feelgood Rock music with aspiration, emotions and force. An impressive split between positivity and earnestness.
Citrus Blossom Online:
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As the first song 'Stranger' kicks in, Citrus Blossom show off their powerful style: fearless, intensely rolling Heavy Blues Rock with tons of Groove and delicate movement. Minimalistic and yet broadly arranged they form a huge soundscape with their three instruments. And when you think the song is over, Thanasis counts in for the big finale of the opener. A beautiful trap that makes me very happy.
Citrus Blossom are covering a broad spectrum on their debut. Thoughtful and sentimental passages as in 'It ain't real' easily slide into heavily rocking moves as in the following track 'Still awake'. What I like especially is how guitar and bass interact. For the main riffs Vasilis is taking the lead creating groovy tunes or decorating the musical landscape with beautiful licks. During the vocal parts his guitar moves back and supports the rhythm while Konstantinos' bass takes over the melody part by warm but strong pickings. And we're not forgetting about Thanasis who forms the rhythmical backbone by a spectrum going from soulful halfbeats to massive locomotive dynamics and beautiful fills.
Photo Credit: Citrus Blossom
The two bands Citrus Blossom reminds me of the most are Daily Thompson and VUG, despite the Greek band's hardly distorted style is a whole different approach to Groove Rock. Dynamic Rock'n'Roll meets Summer of love meets honest and real emotions. At some parts there might be a smooth transition towards Stoner Rock.
This EP is perfect for long nights, inside or outside. Feelgood Rock music with aspiration, emotions and force. An impressive split between positivity and earnestness.
Citrus Blossom Online:
Bandcamp
Apple Music
Deezer
Amazon Music
TIDAL
YouTube
Spotify
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