It's really hard to see what a band is capable of with only three cuts on the disc; all songs showcase this band as a dark and heavy AOR/Mainstream hard rock group. Nevertheless, all three cuts are similar. Harvest Of Souls has its chops down, especially as a power-trio, providing thick, driving guitars and baritone vocals that are often complimented by the harmonies heard on "Born To Heaven and Hell," kind of setting the lyrical stance for the group.

With "Who" starting out as a chorus-laden turned thick, riff-driven cut and "Love Me, Hate Me" following the same path, comparisons could easily found with groups like Soundgarden, Black Sabbath and Tool, HOS offering a heavy, tight groove. Although the music isn't too far-fetched for the modern rock crowd, it does have a darker edge to it, making it more accessible for the metal crowd than the Korn followers. Regardless with only three similar cuts representing Harvest of Souls, it showcases their noteworthy musicianship.

Review by Tommy Hash, copyright 2004

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