IT is a privileged position to be able to receive and listen to albums forwarded to us and review those that we deem worthy. Unlike the magazines we haven't the staff to review all of the titles sent through, but occassionally one drops into the inbox and we go - "hold on this is pretty good, but who the fuck are they?"

Hence when we

_{NI Rocks Recommends - Hessler – "Comes With The Territory"}

I’ve been a fan of this band since I heard their first album “Bad Blood” and anyone who follows the NI Rocks Facebook page or listens to the NI Rocks shows on Rock Radio NI will not be surprised by this recommendation.

 

 

_{NI Rocks Recommends - Absolva – "Flames of Justice"}

Absolva were formed in May 2012 by two former members of Fury UK – check out the interview on the RRNI site for more information. They wasted no time writing material for their first album “Flames of Justice” which was released by Rocksector Records on 5th November. If you like tracks driven by rawkin twin lead guitars this is the album for you as it certainly delivers on that front!! Having said that one of my favourite tracks is “Only When It’s Over” which is a slower number that builds to an awesome finale. Check out the acoustic guitar instrumental “State of Grace” as well.