Veer Union just quietly released their 10th studio album. I say quietly because the Canadian quartet currently is not touring and it was released on a small international independent label, Arising Empire. Although 2024's Welcome to Dystopia and 2022's Manifestations showed growth, they didn't exactly blow up. The band recently went live on social media with their new bass player, Glen Clarke, to do some shots for St. Patrick's Day and publicly launch a Go Fund Me for a reliable RV so they can hit the road again. Glen doesn't just bring the bass, but he also brings "unclean" screaming backup vocals which gives the new album a different sound and a harder edge then their previous material. Crispin's smooth crooning is still ever present, but the backup vocals, tempo changes, and breakdowns bring elements of screamo and metalcore that could bring Veer Union more attention from a new audience. At 32 minutes, Reinvention is easy to consume and I quite enjoyed it.
It's been a long time since their breaththrough single "Seasons" in 2008. More recently they've gained followers from their covers of Linkin Park and collaborations with bands like Defending Cain and Stealing Eden. Reinvention could be the rebirth the band needs and if you like heavy music, I urge you to check it out. Get more from the band at their website https://theveerunion.net/home
Standout tracks: Sea of Fear, Venom in My Veins, Feel Again
