The Bynars - X vs. X

Boston's own The Bynars are back with their all new studio effort titled X vs. X. This frenetic and exciting effort from the group is a heavenly concocted slice of dance rock magic coupled with a frenzied enthusiasm that you just can't find anywhere else, and brings about an aura and buzz about the group that is undeniable and easy to enjoy right from the get go.

We start things off right away with my favorite track off the album "Dancing On A Dream", a dance infused, pulsating electro rock delight that sets things abuzz right away and puts you in a carefree state of mind, ready to enjoy whatever comes your way and eloquently showcases the band's musical dynamic right from the start. "Tired Of Hooking Up With You" features more dense synth pop hooks, and the wondrous lead vocals of Matt Jakola continue to bring about the band's musical techniques that are in full display and sounding as marvelous and polished as ever. "I'll Get You Back" features some more noticeable rock rhythms conjured upon an electro lovers paradise that is impossible to ignore and is something that can be appreciated almost instantly even if you don't like dance music that much.

The second half starts off with "Everyone Is Here", a more toned down number than the previous tracks, and presents an exceptional amount of diversity from the group that is unmatched from any other musical outlet currently entrenched in the Boston scene right now. We start to round things out with "Blow", an indelible dance oriented track that has an insatiable groove that you just can't help but to move along to, and appreciate the fact that you're hypnotized by the power of dance. "Give It To Me" closes out our stay here with an ethereal slice of electro aided bliss coupled with a bevy of distorted vocals and beautiful instrumentation that totally encapsulates the musical message that they wanted to write when creating these songs in the studio. I totally enjoyed these guys right from the first note when I heard them, and I really took to heart the musical style and direction they were aiming for. Even though I'm not that much into electronic music, I loved the fact that they combined it with a rock oriented mindset that kept me tuned in all the way throughout and I didn't miss a single beat whatsoever.

Looking back, an outstanding and top notch effort here from The Bynars, who have created something special with this effort that shows off the musical chemistry that they have cooked up together that makes them one of the premiere up and coming acts in the Boston scene that you need to hear right away. Highly recommended!

                                                                                                                                Album Score: 4.5/5

Track Listing:

1. Dancing On A Dream
2. Tired of Hooking Up With You (f/ATM)
3. All I Wanna Do Is Have Some Fun Tonight
4. I'll Get You Back
5. Everyone Is Here
6. Never Gonna Die
7. Blow
8. Give It To Me