Verdict (Rating): AOR for the modern era (85%)
More Info: www.kryah.co.uk
Kryah consists of Scott Dean (Vocals/Guitar), James Martin (Keys), Daniel Chantrey (Drums), PJ Lauda (Bass) and Tom Martin (Guitar). They are a UK outfit and this 3 track EP was recorded at Abbey Road studios.
"March 15th" is a modern rock tune that builds up to a good chorus and has a whiff of U2 in the guitar work. "Going Blind" in another good modern rock tune this time in the vein of Matchbox 20. The U2 meets Matchbox 20 of "No Warning" reminds me of Diving For Pearls. In fact, thinking back to the other couple of tracks, "an updated version of Diving For Pearls" is a fairly good summary of the bands style.
I've had this EP sitting about for ages and I'm surprised that I haven't played it more. I think the reason is that this short EP leaves you frustrated in that it leaves you wanting more. It is always good to see a band trying to move the AOR genre forward and this is what Kryah have managed to do and I'm pleased to note that they are giving it their own modern twist rather than copying other modern AOR variations such as the the Power Pop of Harem Scarem/SR-71.
