Stephen
Who'll expect that Argentina is able to produce such classy rock band that can combines a comprehensive list of musical derivatives from hard rock to Westcoast AOR to even jazzy element. Last times I've heard, heavier band that came out of that country are Rata Blanca and El Dragon, and both names aren't very productive in the last couple of years, and not to mention that English isn't the language of their songs.
A brainchild of Charlie Giardina whom also served as their lead singer, Flamedown surf the breezy wind of lighter side of rock through some soul-soothing songs, with an elegant keyboard sound chiming in together with tender melodies from Javier Viñas' instrument. 'Rivers Running Deep' and 'Someday I' are among my fave picks on the first half, but shame that 'Weight of The World' and 'Losin' Ground' aren't very strong songs that you can remember even only in your first spin because it really have that potential. For example, the latter has that progressive tendency with a jazz/rock feel, could have been a monster song, especially if they're bold enough to twist it harder and put a punchier chorus to it.
I'm also in love with 'Mystic Kind''s keyboard solo while 'Time Never Waits' shine more on the guitar part. 'No One' is another brilliant track, but 'Voices' is much better, especially with a stronger notes selection on the chorus. 'Save Me' has that midtempo groove, another good track. The vocal is somewhat still have that accent but not too irritating, the keyboard's here is very good, Flamedown managed to create a superior relaxing atmosphere, but somehow lack in a consistent songwriting. Fans of Toto, Chicago, and Journey might dig this thing, a nice driving companion, especially when it rains hard and the traffic is jammed like hell.