Drowning Pool

Drowning Pool[->0]'s debut album, Sinner[->1], is a surprise. Sure, the four guys who compose the band are displayed on the back cover like they were tailor-made for the rap-core scenewhich had arisen out of the late '90s, but musically they're a little better than the rest. Singer Dave Williams has really impressive vocals, which unlike many of their comrades actuallyshows diversity and a refreshing breadth. Multiple variations of melodic singing to multiple ranges of screaming that is unlike little of what comes out from the Ozzfest crowd. Musically,Drowning Pool[->2] are a cross between Korn[->3] and Tool[->4], but much more akin to Tool[->5], primarily in reference to the vocals. Everything else on the album is smooth and perfect,like a plan having gone off according to plan. The riffs on Sinner[->6] are huge, with enormous grooves and great dance parts. In fact, the track "Bodies" was written inherently to be asong to get people to dance with its line of "something's got to give/let the bodies hit the floor." While Drowning Pool[->7] may not be the next musical Beethoven[->8], they are awelcome breath of fresh air in the midst of all the so-called "hardcore" that is on the airwaves today. A strong starting piece, Sinner[->9] shows Drowning Pool[->10]'s great potential.[->0] - /nad/music/artist/card/0,,425249,00.html
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