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Kent five-piece Salvation Jayne have slowly been building a name for themselves with their fiery brand of alt-rock, having supported established acts like The Subways and Milk Teeth. Preceded by a string of singles, the group have today (18 February) released their debut LP A Mouthful of Magnificent Spite, marking them out as a force to be reckoned with. 

The record opens with the frenetic, punk-esque 'Apathetic Apologies', showing the relentless nature to their sound driven by a fierce bassline and brimming with interesting layers. Opening with a thundering drum beat, this track and several others on the album call back to some of Wolf Alice’s more energetic tracks—but this is far from a copycat act. 

'Diadem' is more of a stripped-back, slowed-down track that offers more room for the band to play around thanks to a run-time of five minutes. Perhaps one of the best examples of the variety of styles the group possess—capable of both raw noise and tuneful refinement—the track builds towards its conclusion, adding extra layers throughout. 

'No Antidote' is a rollicking track allowing the members of Salvation Jayne a chance to shine with some impressive guitar work in its middle section that shows the quality of musicianship in the group. This track again offers glimpses at the balance to the group's sound, slowing down long enough to then launch an assault. 

The title track feels like a throwback to early '00s nu-metal and will surely be a fan favourite live with its shredding guitars and thundering bassline. This track, as with others on the record, showcases the range to the groups sound. 

'Cody' allows the group to play around with style thanks to some fine harmonies on display and an intriguing soundscape for its second half after an explosive opening.  This track again shows the quality of the group as musicians, marking them apart from some of their contemporaries and should put them on the map as group to watch out for moving forward. 

The album closes with the epic 'Poveglia', running just short of the nine-minute mark. This track perhaps best encapsulates what makes the album and group's sound work, with smart lyricism and multiple strands on display. 

A Mouthful of Magnificent Spite isn’t redefining the wheel but it is a smart record that utilises its strengths with strong vocals and a variety of impressive moments from each of its five members.With distinctive vocals, dry wit and an explosive sound that is sure to propel them on the live scene, Salvation Jayne have proved themselves a group with a musical ear and genuine sense of talent. 

A Mouthful of Magnificent Spite is out now.

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