EP Stream: Among Us

Among Us (out of Philadelphia and Northern Jersey), have a powerful stand-out line-up, with their goal of taking their showcased talents and music to the next level. With one listen, the crushing intensity of Bryan Brenizer’s vocals and lyrics hook you in and don’t let you go for a minute. Guitarist Dave Trewhella’s unique style can be heard on songs like “Closure”, and “Best Part of Me”, where he blends melodies and rhythms normally held up by the piano and drums. The rhythm section has its share of talent as well. When James and Shawn play together, the bass and drums form a cohesive substance that holds it all together like atomic superglue. This crew has been friends for years. Now together as band mates, they have formed what is Among Us. It would take too long to describe in detail the energetic chemistry that manifests itself every time these boys take the stage.

New but familiar, Among Us breaks the boundaries of today’s flooded market of emo and introduces a sound so raw and powerful it urges you to open your eyes and take notice of your surroundings. Within one song, Brenizer rips at your heart with bleeding screams only to leave you with delicately elegant harmonies which soothe your mind.

With bands out there who could easily put on mascara and write blatantly sappy songs, Among Us have instead spilled their guts and taken the plunge into the unknown – a move we could use far more of in the future. With over ten years of musical talent to bring with each of the members, this band is to be watched closely.

Among Us recorded their first official EP at Lakeside Studios in Knoxville, TN, produced, mixed and engineered by Travis Wyrick (POD, Pillar, 10 Years, Disciple, Spoken, Inhale/Exhale, etc). The EP is available now by contacting the band via MySpace.