South Africa music reviews

I was able to pick this CD up from a GIG and fell in love with it. I was really blown back by the amazing artwork featured on this unique cover design. Being the first digipack from SA really is the icing on the cake. When I got home a put the CD in my hi-fi and was blown away. Starting off with some gentle sounds and soothing vocals the CD explodes in to one hell of a ride sound. With extremely positive and well written lyrics the music is topped of with unbelievable playing of the instruments.
This truly is a CD worth owning.

I have been waiting for this release for over a year now, so now that I have it in my CD player at last, it almost feels unreal to be listening to it. It's been worth the wait though and I don't mean this as a clich�. The album is Crossingpoint's debut full length and is a collection of their finest work from the past few years. This is indicated by the track credits acknowledging the input of past band members. Crossingpoint's release is completely DIY, from the excellent recording quality to the phenomenal artwork. It really pushes the limits in terms of what is possible as underground and independent artists and this really gives the album integrity. Crossingpoint are able to back up what they make music about and this conveys a sense of authenticity. Where many hardcore bands have chosen the trendier metalcore route, Crossingpoint are true to their punk roots. The album is still heavy and passionate, but displays a unique sound and unreal originality. The eight tracks clock in at just over 25 minutes and the album has a real cohesion about it. What's more you can pick it up for just R50. - Matt Saville,