Change the World

Change the World is a fulfilling melodic-rock work on which Harem Scarem pulls together, at extremely high polish, the intelligent chord progressions, sturdy, powerful guitar and big choruses memorable at a single listen that it does best. Harry Hess’s translucent voice and Pete Lesperance’s expressive guitar show a truly natural, well-matched teamwork particular to long years of collaboration. From the powerful drive of the opening title track “Change the World” and the aggression of “Aftershock” to the dramatic “The Death of Me,” every song is of a high standard, while the catchiness of “Fire & Gasoline” and a cut like “No Man’s Land” convey the band’s rich melodic sense. Fully holding the accessibility of melodic rock, fine changes of rhythm and craft of harmony are worked into the songs throughout. Its great appeal lies in satisfying both accessibility and the sure depth of the playing at a high level at once. A record that again clearly shows why the band has kept the support of fans worldwide for so long. Proving that, even as veterans, their creative drive and ability have not dimmed at all, it is a powerful, fulfilling work.