Just Breathe are genre-defying trio hailing from Sydney's Hills District, comprising Nat Korompay on lead vocals, Robbie Macpherson on guitar and Stuart Macpherson on drums. At first you may be struck by Nat's powerhouse voice, but upon further listening you'll find it hard not to notice the rock-solid backline and the genius lead guitar melodies. Despite only having released one EP a year ago, and a further two singles earlier this year, Just Breathe are leading Sydney's 2016 music scene in badass riffery.
'Chocolate' is the latest single released by the band, and any listener could be forgiven for mistaking this track for something by an artist much more experienced than Just Breathe. The song, which was entirely self-recorded, brilliantly exhibits Just Breathe's influences, which drummer Stuart lists as including Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rage Against the Machine, and Led Zeppelin. The aspects so heavily featured in these legendary artists' works feature tastefully and effectively in 'Chocolate'.
Lead singer Nat has a voice that was undeniably made for rock n' roll and she can certainly hold her own, but the backing vocals added into the choruses by Robbie and Stuart only further cements their filled-out, gritty sound.
'Chocolate' goes from explosive, Led Zeppelin-esque rock n' roll to subtle, Red Hot Chili Peppers-style guitar arpeggio, and right back again. You just can't resist headbanging to 'Chocolate's dynamite riff, that is reminiscent of one of Just Breathe's listed influences, Rage Against the Machine, and more recently English duo Royal Blood. The ups and downs of the track are dynamic without being frenetic, and it's a pleasure as a listener to be taken along for the ride.
The honest, raw sound of Just Breathe is a breath of fresh air in today's local music scene. The fact they can produce a sound this impressive in the studio by themselves is a testament to their artistic ability and vision.
I would definitely keep an eye out for this band as I have a feeling they have a lot more to offer.
Rating 9/10
- Find Just Breathe on Facebook here
- Listen to Just Breathe's catalogue, including 'Chocolate', here
- Just Breathe are playing at Coast Hotel Budgewoi on Friday 26th February, and at Valve Bar on Friday 29th April.
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