Exemption - The Rabbit Hole Samnu ( Regular Member ) 43 posts since 6/2/2006 Posted on 11/9/2008 at 8:34:24 AM Exemption - The Rabbit Hole Reviewed by Matthew Tranker (StonerRock.com) Self-release Available now Since forming in 2003, New York’s Exemption has brought the heavy and bludgeoned all in its path. This 2007 release is full of punishing grooves, slicing riffs, and tons of melody. As soon as this 11 track, 73 minute album begins, the listener is in for an entertaining ride. This is very heavy stuff, but with a great sense of melody and with lots of great riffs. At times, the band almost comes across as a more metallic Alice in Chains. This comparison is very evident on the second track, “Tiempo Cura Tiempo Mata.” But these guys are not stuck on one sound, there is variety, and it is a cohesive variety. There are multiple tempo changes throughout this release. The lead work of guitarist Nick Lee is very tasty and economical also. This guy can shred, but he does so with finesse and ease. This is sure to quench many a hard rocker's thirst. These guys can write some amazing songs. There is something for everyone in this release - riffs, melody, and memorable songs. URL: http://www.myspace.com/exemption Edited 0 Times You can see the sin, within my eyes...     ( Post a Reply to This Thread ) ( Back to Album Reviews )