![]() ![]() I put all of myself into the record lyrically, and I think that will show. “I want (listeners) to feel a range of emotions and have different thoughts because the record itself covers a lot of different feelings and emotions. Personally, I don’t feel comfortable really putting myself out there in many spaces, so to have the opportunity to do so through music is such a privilege and such a platform, and I want to take full advantage of that.” “There’s a couple songs on the record that, lyrically, have content that I was a little bit nervous about in terms of feedback from people that I know. ![]() That said, Paba’s vulnerability came with some slight nerves of what people close to him might think, but that didn’t stop him from being 100% open in his writing. He touches on societal issues we’re all being exposed to, either in real life or through the media, senseless police violence, class inequality, men’s mental health, and other deep-rooted feelings that he brings to the forefront of his writing. Vocally, Paba verbalizes thoughts and observations that are very real to him or that hit close to home surrounding his personal life. This includes adding more rock-centric elements, experimental effects, singing, and harder-hitting hooks, all while toughening and tightening their hardcore foundation. On the new record, Regulate took the opportunity to expand the scope of their sound. It was super fresh and it was always a good time.” He continues, “It didn’t feel like a task… None of us were doing shit, so we all had time, and we were all looking forward to seeing each other and coming to the table with all of our ideas. There were days where you were just inside all the time but looking forward to tomorrow when you get to go to New Jersey to track a new song and just hang out and see your friends,” says Paba. It’s always going to stick out in my mind as good, happy times. ![]() I look back on the time spent putting this record together, before even recording any of it, very fondly. “We were getting together at a time when the only people I was seeing were my family and my dogs. Paba recalls getting together to demo songs, to write, to practice, and to play, at that time, being the biggest part of his social life. “We had more than enough time, and we used all of our time productively, so we were able to let the songs breathe and kind of evolve on their own.” There was no deadline we hadn’t hooked up with Flatspot Records yet, so we didn’t have anyone trying to put things into action,” explains Paba. “I feel we were all really patient while putting the record together. With Flatspot Records at their side, vocalist Paba, in many ways, feels Regulate have entered a new era of the band. ![]() With a few years and a pandemic having elapsed since then, Regulate came together with a patient mindset and a noticeably stronger sense of chemistry on a new collection of songs that make up their latest, self-titled LP. Coming through with an explosive energy on their debut LP, In The Promise Of Another Tomorrow (2018)-a massive stepping stone for the band–Regulate really began to engage listeners with their ferocious instrumental attack and Sebastian Paba’s raw, gritty vocal approach. Skip all the other bullshit and check this record out.Spirited New York hardcore group Regulate emerged on the scene in 2013, unleashing a fury of no-bullshit hardcore that they’ve continued to strengthen with each release. And I was totally not ready for Character Arc, a complete change of pace and vibe into more melodic territory with clean singing and shit. I lose my shit listening to tracks like 11 33 or Wrong Side Of History. It's a gift! Almost all the songs are short and sweet yet there's a depth to it you wouldn't expect at first listen. The band is insanely talented as they work with that in-your-face hardcore formula but add layers of various flavors without overcomplicating shit. At first, it took me some time to get used to his vocal tone, but he shows character and attitude in his delivery that eventually got me hooked. The sound is so crunchy and the vocals deliver mad crazy flow. I remember listening to Years Of Rage thinking that stuff was dope, but In the Promise is a certified level up. Seeing all the hype about this release it's obvious the band has made a name for itself and I am not surprised at all. It came out in 2018 but finally got my dirty hands on this gem. ![]()
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