Paytron Saint are an up-and-coming alternative rock band from the Amber Valley in the UK and consist of band members Nick Glyn-Davies on guitar and vocals, Dean Lloyd on bass, and Dan Brigstock on drums. The band first got together in 2017 and their new EP, Under Scary Houses, which was released on 04/08/2023, represents a pivotal moment for the band, marking a significant departure for their earlier sound and showcasing one that is more mature and refined.

With six tracks the EP lasts just over nineteen minutes and includes a soul-stirring cover of Hüsker Dü’s iconic song, I Don’t Want To Know If You Are Lonely.

With a foundation in alternative rock, the EP sprawls into a multitude of other genres too, creating a sound that is unique to the band. The raw energy of grunge rock shines through the alternative rock melodies and it is this blend that really captivates the listener.

The guitar work is intense when it needs to be but more melodic at other times and the use of slight distortion on the guitars adds to the grunge feel of the EP. The solos are fantastically awesome and with heavy riffs thrown at the listener left, right and centre, this really is an EP that pulls you into its music.

The drum and bass sections are strong and solid, with energetic drumming designed to really get you moving and meaty basslines that add a certain amount of groove to the songs.

The vocals are very reminiscent of the 90’s alternative rock sound, but with a modern twist that really keeps them up to date and with backups vocals in much the same vein, there really is a lot going on in this EP. Please do give this more than one play through as this will really show all this EP has to offer, the pace changes from track to track really keeping the listener hooked.

This is a great EP, and I am on the lookout for more that this band has produced in the past and looking forward to much more from them in the future.

Track Listing:
1) Blessed Be The Weight
2) Let It Drain
3) One Broken Word Interlude
4) Tommelise
5) Don’t Want To Know If You Are Lonely
6) Beautiful Repair

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