By Matt Haynes
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NICKELBACK (L-R): Mike, Ryan, Daniel, Chad
As a kid, one thing that was a staple in our household were the infamous 'NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL MUSIC' collection. Whenever they were released, you could count on our mum heading into whatever store and grabbing the latest edition to be added the ever growing collection. And for me, I used to love exploring the different range of artists that appeared on them and these albums introduce me to some of my favourites - Sum 41, Bowling for Soup, Evanescence to name a few.
But the one band that stuck with me the most were Canadian rockers Nickelback. When 'How You Remind Me' first spun on Now 51 (yes, I can oddly remember that particular CD but can't remember my pin number at the ATM half the time...), something about the band and their music resonated with me. So much so that as I got older, it became somewhat of a mission to track down and obtain all their albums. They even influence my playing style when I pick up the ol' 4-string to have a muck about or write songs for my own band.
So naturally, when I saw the teasers for new music coming our way, I can promise you a little girly squeal came out of me. And when 'Bones For The Crows' finally dropped, I was even more excited as this was the first new music we'd gotten from the quartet since their Get Rollin era in 2022. Whilst technically this is actually a re-release of the song (as it was first used in Dungeon Hunter 6 back in 2023), this version is revised and polished, with small amendments within the lyrics and production.
What instantly stands out about 'Bones For The Crows' is a return to a heavier, almost grungier style that we saw band use in their Feed The Machine era. Its no secret that Nickelback have dabbled in different elements over their career (when you've been going for 30+ years, you have to shake up the formula every now and then!), but hearing this iconic heavier sound is one that always feels natural with the band. Kicking off with a softer start, you can feel the energy building as we approach the end of the first verse and reach the chorus.
The chorus itself is powerful and heavy, the brief bass slide underneath causing chills as the full power of the band kicks in. The balance of melodic cleans and heavy rock is perfect, completed by a polished production that highlights each member and their contribution to the track. The track might be the usual formulaic approach when it comes to rock, however the overall tone and vibes highlight the longevity of a band that continue to wow and appeal to their fans time and time again.
As a lifelong (or at least, as long as I can remember in this lifetime) fan of the group, 'Bones For The Crows' is another solid entry in the band's long and gripping catalogue of tracks. Nickelback continue to show why they're such an established group within the rock community, and also highlight that even after 3 decades in they're not going anywhere and will continue to push themselves forward for their fans.
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