ALBUM REVIEW: Those Damn Crows - God Shaped Hole
Undeniably moving into the next tier, Bridgend’s finest Those Damn Crows fourth album is a glorious slab of melodic hard rock which sees them take the next step along a road which has looked easy, but which is based on huge amounts of hard work and effort. If 2023’s Inhale Exhale moved the band to the position where they could command strong opening slots for the likes of ZZ Top and Rival Sons, then God Shaped Hole moves them comfortably into the Academy headliner position. When I reviewed Inhale Exhale, I predicted that the band were ready for the next step. And whilst God Shaped Hole may be more radio friendly than some of the darker tracks on album number three, the fourth release certainly contains enough for those who like their rock hard but with ample melody. Those Damn Crows - O2 Academy Bristol 2023 As ever, the songs are crafted with honest simplicity that allows the hooks to dig deep and leave you humming the melodies for days after. Opener Dancing with the E...