Along Came A Spider Resurgence

Along Came A Spider intently titled their sophomore album, “Resurgence”; a word defined as continuing after an interruption. Looking back on their blossoming career, it’d be hard to find where any said intermission took place.

Since signing with Standby Records, ACAS has been weaving their web at lightning speed. They've toured consistently since their 2012 breakthrough “If We Were Normal Men” hit the MerchNow and iTunes charts. The rising metalcore six-piece has made several festival appearances, including Rockapalooza, Monster Outbreak, The All-Stars Tour, Ohio Metalfest, and more. They’ve played alongside nearly every heavy-hitter in the genre, including Memphis May Fire, Asking Alexandria, The Devil Wears Prada, and Crown The Empire; just for starters. They’ve also directly supported Black Veil Brides, Andrew W.K., Chiodos, and countless others.

So why would a band with that much activity under their belt need a so-called revival? Judging from the new music, to connect to a wider audience. The new album features sing-along choruses, arena-ready riffs, and a bigger sound that will draw comparisons to We Came As Romans and A Day To Remember.

Forming in 2009, guitarist/vocalist Justin Sobota and drummer Tony Castillo have been at the core of the band. Luke Focker made his lead guitar prowess known on the last record. But, just ACAS started gaining steam, major personnel changes were implemented to fit a heavy touring schedule. Former synth player John Calo was moved to bass and classically-trained pianist Joel Sedlak was added, further broadening the group’s programming and piano selections. The band then made a bold move by parting ways with their vocalist. What could have been a death sentence became a full pardon, when singer Jamie Miller was discovered through YouTube. Hailing from Canada, Miller joined the Cleveland, Ohio-based outfit and instantly added the dimension and range ACAS needed to expand their sound. Expect to hear a better defined, more mature Along Came A Spider on this latest effort.

“Resurgence” lyrically, is an album about hope and revitalization geared towards the listener, but it’s also Along Came A Spider’s sonic statement on how to grow as a band. It’s been fun to watch, but even better to hear throughout radio-friendly songs like “Voice of The Voiceless” and “In Oblivion”, which features The Color Morale’s Garret Rapp. Look for ACAS’ second full-length to be released via Standby this fall.

1. Resurgence
2. A Siren’s Call
3. Wanderlust
4. Voice Of The Voiceless
5. In Oblivion
6. No Laws
7. Land On
8. Speakeasy
9. A Link To The Past
10. Slide
11. Metamorphosis
12. Would You Kindly
13. All Gods
14. Clock Tower