"Devastator" EP Review
"Full Throttle" opens the EP and it takes it time to build an atmosphere in the opening. The track then goes all out in its high octane sound. The track really goes into the red line with its energy and tempo. The anthem is a great opener that grabs the listener with ease and churns up some Metallica vibes. The title track is next and it features a touch of Wisdom in Chains in its vocals, melodies and breakdowns. The crunch is superb as everything works well in its melting pot of Hard Rock and Metal. "Home" starts off a bit slow but once it hits its stride, it's full speed ahead. The track is a smooth ride and will have everyone singing along to its catchy chorus in no time. The guitar solo is especially oustanding as well. "Banshee" is more of a ballad and will get the lighters in the sky for sure. The emotion and passion is heard in every note, every word and closes out the EP in grace. Four tracks are not nearly enough as the band have a bright future ahead of them.
Verdict:
The Recasts look to devastate the Rock/Metal world with their newest EP.
-Interview- (10/18/25)
1. What's new with The Recasts?
We have some new music coming, along with new merch items such as our Scream and Shout Hot Sauce, Invasion shirts and new partnerships with being signed to Curtain Call Records and Koffin Krew Apparel. We've been busy and are working hard to bring more to everyone.
2. How's the new music coming along? It's going great actually! We can really come up with stuff every time we get together. That's unique to where we are at now and how fluid we are as a band at the moment.
3. What can you tell us about the local music scene?
The local music scene is certainly changing. The new era seems to be taking place, as new venues and bands are popping up. It's really great to see.
4. What's been your inspirations for the new music?
It began with us creating a list of tracks that we felt really captured who we were individually as musicians. Being that we are from different states and backgrounds, we all listen to different stuff. After we created that list, we would listen to it and as we continued just jamming together we hit this process where it's really amazing right now.
5. How does the writing process work with the band?
That's an interesting question because we kind of come up with things different ways. But we do know when we have hit something. We can feel when something has that potential. Sometimes it is a riff, or a feeling, or our practice spot The Dungeon just has this feel on a particular day. Then boom, we hit it and it just comes together.
6. What's your take on AI within music?
It's been inevitable for some time now. We've got to continue to change with the times, be resilient and adaptable. AI can be a useful tool for any discipline worldwide.
7. What do you think about the acts such as Sleep Token and President garnering more popularity within the scenes?
Anything that brings people to the scene and feeds it, is good. There will always be different ways to consume the scene. As long as it exists, it'll be a place for musicians to showcase who they are and fans to enjoy. At the end of the day, that is what truly matters.
8. What do you want to achieve in the next year?
Every year we push as much as we can, and next year will be no different. We'll do our best, in whatever it is. That is for certain.
9. Any shoutouts?
Huge shout-out to anyone taking a ride on this journey with us. Any clicks, shares, likes, subscribers, attendees and merch purchasers, we appreciate you. Even if you are a closet Recast fan or hater, thank you. We are all only here for a certain period of time. If we've spent any time together, thank you. That truly means the world. Those who decided to want to work with us, Curtain Call Records, Rock Rage Radio, Undaunted Apparel, Koffin Krew Apparel, Xcel Drumsticks, WB Gear, Madmen of Metal, Fantasy Sports Alliance and of course From the Depths Entertainment, thank you!
-Interview- (10/27/24)
1. What's new with The Recasts?
We have some new Members since last year. We welcomed David Esquivel and Brian Gilmore on guitars. We have also signed with Curtain Call Records.
2. What can you tell us about new music?
New music is in store, we will be back at FL Recording with Fern Lemus in January 2025. We are absolutely excited about where we are going as a band. Every practice together, something new happens. It’s an incredible environment!
3. What have been some highlights within the past year for the band?
We pulled off some large shows and were able to raise some money for organizations such as Soldiers’ Angels. I think we also set our feet with where we are going as a band. We had some great shows, and some we learned from as well. Met some really amazing people and had some great experiences that will pave the way for The Recasts moving forward.
4. Your visual style (artwork, music video, etc.) has always been impressive, what can you tell us about that?
We work with Mandy at Urban Skilled for all of our artwork. She is incredible and is able to relay what we are going through in the designs she does for us. We’ve been working with Mandy for so long, there is a synergy there.
5. What are some pre-show rituals you may have?
Mainly, we run through our set and make sure we all help each other as much as possible. Whatever we have been going through that week, or that day, we just get through it together, and we can feel that strength on stage.
6. What's your favorite show you've ever played and why?
I would say my favorite show, was the 10-year anniversary show. It felt like my parents had passed, but we had a packed house, all our families were there, and it just showed me that it needed to continue. My parents were definitely in attendance as well. They never missed a show, and still haven’t.
7. What's something you wish you could change about your local music scene?
I’m not sure I would change anything. We all bring something different to the table. The scene is constantly changing. If we support and help each other to give showgoers great shows every time, then we are doing our jobs in my opinion.
8. What are you currently listening to?
Mando- Currently, I’ve been listening to the new Lenny Kravitz album Electric Blue Light, Lynnwood King, A Day to Remember, Danny Worsnop, Knocked Loose, Post Malone and Deserts of Mars mostly.
Michael - I've been listening to The Misfits, The Cramps, White Zombie, The Heroine, Queensryche (original line up) and believe it or not, Every time my Wife gets in the car with me, she puts on our album Devastator.
Dan- Gojira!
Brian- Oh man, I'm all over the place. A mix of Thrown, A Day to Remember, Cytotoxin, Killswitch Engage and The Midnight.
David- Aurora, Avenged Sevenfold, 30 Second to Mars, La Sonora Dinamita
9. What do you wish to accomplish in the next year?
We hope to play some big shows, meet some great people and put out some great, new music together.
