The State of the Scene (SOTS Podcast) SOTS Reviews: Color Decay by The Devil Wears Prada
Sep 11, 2022
Hosts delve into the themes of decay and mental health in The Devil Wears Prada's latest album. They highlight the emotional depth of tracks like 'Cancer' and the varying vibes of singles 'Sacrifice' and 'Salt'. The discussion touches on Jonathan Goering's influential role and the band's dynamic live presence with new members. The album is praised for its cohesion, lyrical strength, and production quality. Excitement builds for fan reactions while favorite non-singles like 'Broken' are lamented.
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Contrast Drives The Album's Emotion
- Color Decay intentionally uses contrast to convey mental health and aging themes across lyrics and sound.
- The band crafted distinct songs so each track stands on its own while forming a cohesive album experience.
New Members Elevated The Band
- New members Jonathan and Giuseppe expanded TDWP's sound and stage presence, improving arrangements and production.
- The added personnel made the band sound more cohesive and more talented than previous lineups.
Live Show Drumming Stole The Spotlight
- Sam recounts seeing TDWP live and being mesmerized by Giuseppe's drumming and the renewed six-piece stage energy.
- He couldn't peel his eyes away and says the performance felt blistering and intense.