The four-man band SPLENDER makes its mark with "Halfway down the sky". Produced by Todd Rundgren (see June issue), the thirteen tracks are mantras for the bands imminence in the music scene. Hailing from the NYC, CT, Long Island area, they are united only by the common thread of their music.

The band wastes no time jumping into the disk with a riveting tune called "I don’t understand". The invigorating guitar work is very dimensional in its sound. However, all elements revolve around lead singer Waymon Boone’s stellar voice. Like an old friend, it is the one constant throughout the disk that is instantly recognizable.

Track two is currently released and called, "Yeah, whatever". This pop gem shows what the band is all about. Its edgy but cleverly executed sound is only upstaged by the catchy lyrics. Again, Boone‘s voice has an insatiable quality that attenuates the musical accompaniment.

The next set makes itself present with its forceful lyrics and driving sound. The artistic value of the changes is unquestionably its strongest suit. As with many other tracks, it reflects the bands almost punk image.

Skipping a few tracks (that are by no means bad) is a tune called "I think god can explain". This is one of the most memorable songs available on the disk. The fluidity of this track’s movements is ineffably pleasing. From the first chord, an aura permeates and surrounds the entire opus.

Many of the thirteen tracks find their way into your subconscious without even realizing this. Surfacing as fragments, you find yourself scrambling to find the track and complete the arrangements playing in your head. Splender makes this artistic statement with forceful undertones, look easy, too.

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