Rock In Review

Farewell to Freeway - Definitions
Victory Records

* * * *
4 Stars

Farewell to Freeway has officially set the bar for Metalcore in 2008 with their new album, Definitions! This album is so good, I can’t stop listening to it! Guitarists Drew and Chris absolutely tear it up on the six stringed dreams as drummer Richie and bassist Adam bring the powerful backbone accompanied by Michele on the keys. Not only are the musical aspects of this album top notch, the vocals provided by most of FtF’s members match the level of the music creating one killer combination and one incredible album! Definitions takes you from heavy “breakdowns” to a soft, Alternative sound that calms you down just before you hit heavy again. Although the entire album is good, there are two tracks that stuck out to me over the rest. These tracks are the first track “Sound Minds” and the fourth track “Lemmings”. “Sound Minds” popped out at me not only because it’s the first track on the album, but it starts this album with a nice burst of energy that keeps you wanting more. By the time you realize the track is over, you’re already to the next stop on this Metalcore roller coaster, “Lemmings”. “Lemmings” being the fourth track, this was a good time to really hit you with some energy again, and it does! It starts with a quick drum part from Richie and quickly brings in the screamed vocals that help this album maintain it’s Metalcore aspects throughout the album! This track also helps push you on through the album until you’ve reached the last track, “What Happens in Viper City, Stays in Viper City”. This track makes a good ending to the album because it starts with lots of energy, but ends with a slow and melodic instrumental finish. By the time you reach the end, you’re ready for a second round. If you want to experience Metalcore at it’s finest in 2008, go grab a copy of Definitions as soon as possible!

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