Interview With Gifts From Enola (12/17/12)

Gifts From Enola isn't the relatively cookie-cutter post-rock band they used to be in their early years. The band has transformed with every album, peaking with their latest effort A Healthy Fear. The record uses vocals far more predominantly than before and you won't find any big crescendos, but you will find some fantastic musicianship and powerful, chaotic blasts of sound. The band sat down with us at MuzikDizcovery to discuss A Healthy Fear, the transformation from their early stage to their present form, their favorites of 2012, and much, much more that you can read below. 

Mat's Albums and EPs of 2012

2012 was a great year for post-metal. Half of the albums on my list had something to do with post-metal, and I surprised myself by having two emo albums on there. However, my list pretty much explains itself, so I think it's better to follow through and read each description rather than explaining the list in the blurb up top. It is slightly important to note that I included some EPs I found notable, and separated the lists, rather than mash everything into one list. Click on the album or EP name to read our coverage.

Album Review: Gifts From Enola - A Healthy Fear

Album Rating: B+

The Mylene Sheath knows exactly what they're doing when they sign bands. They look for eclectic, interesting artists that could strike it big in their genre - and it turns out that they usually do, thanks to masterful production and promotion, as well as incredible musical talent from the artists themselves. Gifts From Enola is certainly no exception, having been on the label for over 3 years, and now having released 3 albums with Mylene. The newest record is something of a shift for the band, but looking at their history, it seems as though their sound isn't ever truly solidified, and they always look to improve or change their music in a way that their listeners don't expect. A Healthy Fear brings a degree of dissonance and tonal experimentation that works in an inspiring way that sets Gifts From Enola apart from the rest of the world of music.

Gifts From Enola

Post-rock has seemed to be showing up on this site a lot lately. So why don't I show you guys another of my favorites, Gifts From Enola. This isn't your ordinary crescendocore post-rock. Gifts From Enola feels more like rocking out than creating long, drawn out climaxes that can isolate listeners without patience. Even though the songs are long, they still stay creative and exciting. Their newest album, the self titled one seen in the picture, was a huge growth from the first album. Hopefully the band will continue to progress and grow in popularity. You can check the band out on myspace right here.