If album cover artwork said it all, Division Day's Visitation might be intimidating for some. With a girls face hidden in a black hood, black eyes, and their name printed on her forehead, this could be a vision from a horror movie.
With artwork like that, it's safe to assume that Division Day would be an intense scream-o band. And that couldn't be more wrong.
Trance, melodic and almost grim: all sufficient descriptions of Visitation. Listening a little closer, every song tells a story. Whether a visit from Satan himself or statues coming alive, the music is tragic sounding. There should be a warning label on the side, "If sad, do not listen."
The black music is clearly meant to be interesting. Meant to take the listener to a new level and not only hear the sound, but feel it. Compared to their debut album, Beartrap Island, the pop sound has gone and been replaced with rock. The song "Visitation" is four minute anthem of eerie vocals and experimental harmonies.
Result after 11 tracks: an unsettling feeling and an urge to learn more about the meanings and metaphors of this music. Having one of those days where there is a feeling there is more to life? Listen to Division Day. They might not give answers, but they certainly make life feel a little more profound.
Check them out at myspace.com/divisionday.
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