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Vocalist Joel Martorana discusses aiming to make the most of time and existence on "Honest Life". Endless Heights have succeeded in doing this, clearly writing the music they want to try, hear and share. Highlight of the 10 tracks, "Valhalla" combines the very best of Endless Heights to date: catchy hooks, solid grunge and genuine, aspiring lyrics, “Try to keep my wings nailed to the ground / Valhalla / Safe and sound / I’m heaven bound.” The sludgy vocal style in this song is at times reminiscent of Andrew Fisher (Basement) who fits into the emo/grunge genre with ease.

The solemn predominantly instrumental "Coral Castle" contrasts beautifully with heartening "Matador", highlighting Endless Heights’ ability to write both brilliant slow and fast paced songs.

Infectious "Mosaic" is certain to convert effectively in a live setting, as Martorana repeats, “We all miss out when you don't stand in your shoes / I need you to be you / Which life will you choose?" The catchiest track on the record is reminiscent of old The Story So Far, particularly in this repetitive section. Watch the video here.

Endless Heights’ growth, passion and guts is admirable. It no doubt takes confidence to push the boundaries that those in the community have drearily halted at. The youthful east coasters have taken risks that have worked in their favour. Endless Heights have raised the bar for their Australian peers to look above at, enlisting them as one of Australia’s most exciting bands. 

TRACK BY TRACK RATING BREAKDOWN:

The New Bloom: 8.0 Honest Life: 8.0 Valhalla: 9.0 Sanctum: 7.0 Coral Castle: 7.5 Matador: 8.0 Mosaic: 8.5 House Of Cards: 7.0 Son Of Thunder: 7.0 Love Will Keep Me Whole: 8.0

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