Asphalt Horsemen - Brotherhood

Artist: Asphalt Horsemen
Album: Brotherhood
Year: 2017
Rating: 76/100

Asphalt Horsemen are a heavy blues quartet hailing from Hungary, in much the same sort of vein as their fellow countrymen Apey & The Pea. After their self-titled debut album, which garnered a small audience but was very well received, they now offer us a second helping with "Brotherhood". So what exactly does it offer us?

Well, the minute you hit play, it's evident that what you get with Asphalt Horsemen is exactly what you hear; gritty vocals, seemingly endless guitar grooves, cowbell, although it isn't overused like some bands doing the same thing tend to do, and the occasional bit of harmonica, although again, it isn't overdone. In terms of sound, think Alabama Thunderpussy meets Clutch, and you're pretty much there, especially with the overall sound on songs like opening track "Down in the Dirt" and "Wicked Woman". 

It's fair to say that Asphalt Horsemen aren't the most original band you'll ever hear. But that's not to say that what they do isn't enjoyable. There's plenty here to sustain the interest of blues purists and fans of the likes of Clutch and Alabama Thunderpussy alike.

Track list

1. Down in the Dirt
2. Thank You
3. Wicked Woman
4. Seize the Day
5. December
6. Dr. Tease
7. Mill of Grief
8. The Sacrifice
9. My Old Town
10. Brotherhood
11. Lies
12. Connected