Will
O’ Dusk arrives with a strong first step in “The Long Lasting
Dusk”, a debut shaped by four musicians who clearly enjoy drama, grit and a bit
of swagger. The band formed around the idea of twilight as a meeting point of
extremes, and that idea runs through their sound. Riccardo
Maria Barchiesi on vocals brings rawness mixed with theatrical lifts, Danilo Casali’s guitar work carries the fire, Stefano Grossi’s bass keeps the ground shaking,
and Luca Gambazza’s drums give the songs
their pulse. They are newcomers, although they move with the confidence of a
group that spent real time figuring out who they want to be.
The album unfolds in two acts, “The Descent” and
“Resurgence”. The first moves into darker emotional corners where anger, loss
and collapse sit close to one another. The second moves upward with a sense of
rebuilding and brighter energy. This structure makes the album easy to follow,
since each half has a clear identity and a steady rise or drop in intensity.
The opener “Break In Case Of Emergency” throws you
right into their blend of Southern edge and post grunge punch. It works like a
door that slams open, with a tone that welcomes chaos in an almost playful way.
“Heartbreak Dust” continues in a more dramatic style, combining grit with a
melodic pull that sticks in the head. “Crossroads” pushes that melodic side
further, almost hinting at a radio ready spark without losing the rough texture
that keeps Will O’ Dusk interesting.
“Lucifer’s Tears” marks one of the album’s strongest
moments. The band leans into heavier territory here, pushing a more aggressive
energy that suits them well. It works as a peak in the darker side of the
album. “White Shadow” stretches the atmosphere with a more cinematic and
emotional touch. It has a sense of wandering through abandoned territory, and
the slower pacing helps anchor the middle of the album.
“Let It All Explode” lives up to its title, moving
fast and hitting hard. It works as a release valve after the moodiness of the
previous track. “Take It ‘Til You Make It” blends swagger with a catchy chorus
that feels built for live shows. “Slowmo” shifts into a brighter, bouncy
attitude that adds charm and keeps the second act lively. Their cover of
“Whitehouse Road” shows the band having fun with a different flavor, giving the
song a rock driven spin that fits nicely inside the album’s second half.
Everything closes with “Last Drop”, a communal hymn, direct, warm and written
for raised glasses and shared voices. It wraps up the entire journey with
optimism and unity.
“The Long Lasting Dusk” succeeds because Will O’ Dusk commit to contrasts, darkness,
brightness, swagger, vulnerability, all woven into something direct and
engaging. It is a debut with personality, plenty of fire and enough emotional
range to keep the listener pulled into its world. The album does not rely on
tricks or overthinking. It moves with honesty, grit and just the right amount
of theatrical shadow.
Score: 7.0
Will O’ Dusk online:
https://www.instagram.com/willodusk
https://www.facebook.com/willodusk
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