The Friday Project from Oakville's first album, "Nine Lives", is out, and the 9-track album is full of youthful energy, melodic intensity, and a sound that is all their own. The trio Jack Galloway (vocals, guitar), Aidan Girardo (drums), and Noah King (bass) is one of Canada's most promising new rock bands.
The band has been together since they were in eighth grade, and now they are 17 years old. They already have a sound that is both real and dynamic. "Nine Lives" captures the last two years of Friday Project's artistic growth, taking listeners to a place of dynamic energy, deep emotion, and musical sophistication that goes beyond their years. It shows that the group was willing to take risks and succeed. The album, recorded with producer Geoff Hlibka in Jack's home Great Room, has a do-it-yourself feel and a professional polish. The result is a body of work that looks and sounds real, with every beat and lyric full of the trio's passion.
Among the best to listen to are "Capitola Coast," "Gunfight," and "Something, Anything." They show how versatile the band is by combining the energy of Blink-182 with the thoughtful style of Dominic Fike and the rough edge of Nirvana. "Capitola Coast" features beautiful guitars and evokes memories of your childhood. Fans quickly made it one of their favorites. "Gunfight" has a strong effect, it's a sharp rocker with a sense of urgency and confidence. "Something, Anything" features one of the album's most emotionally powerful performances, combining openness with an anthemic rise.
"Nine Lives" has a lot of great songs that will make you a fan for life. It lasts 32 minutes and 42 seconds, and the lyrics are deep, but the music is free. This song shows that the band knows who they are and is also very creative, like young people are. The first release from Friday Project is more than just the first album, it's a statement and a promise of things to come.