For those who know Zygnema’s penchant for pummeling grooves, it’s certainly different to hear the Mumbai metallers tap into a different rhythmic aesthetic on “Rise Again,” the opening track to their new EP Iconic.
It starts with Carnatic percussive elements and guitarist Sidharth Kadadi even goes on to rip out a seemingly Carnatic guitar fretwork on the song, supporting vocalist Jimmy Bhore’s anguished vocals, drummer Mayank Sharma’s fist-tight work behind the kit and monstrous bass grooves that are now executed live by the metal band’s latest addition, bassist Somesh Panicker.
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