The Getaway Plan have been around for more than ten years now, including a two-year hiatus, and the Melbourne boys are back with what may be their finest work to date. It’s been four years since the band’s last record, Requiem, and a single listen to this, their third album, confirms they’ve made good use of their time. In fact, it seems they’ve poured their heart and soul into writing and recording this album, and the finished product is immensely impressive.
Dark Horses starts off strong with Landscapes, and from there it traverses some seriously dark but appealing alternative rock terrain, unfurling many moods, colours, twists and turns before finishing in truly epic style with the eight-minute Exodus. The Getaway Plan have really stretched out on this record, eschewing the need for commerciality to create a real musical journey.
As is this band’s wont, their influences are plainly displayed on their sleeve. Dark Horses gives a nod to Muse, Jeff Buckley, The Butterfly Effect and more, but it channels these into something that’s very much The Getaway Plan.
Dark Horses is a high quality release, which should further cement The Getaway Plan as a major player in Aussie alternative rock.
BY ROD WHITFIELD
