Album Review: Driven Fear - Freethinker

Brisbane boys Driven Fear are at the helm of a thriving hardcore scene in their southeast Queensland locale that shows no sign of slowing down any time soon.

The five-piece is among the regular players that draw rowdy bunches thanks to blistering, tight lines and their effervescent frontman Tim Hyde. After a two-year production, fans can once again relive the band's chaotic shows through their speakers with the release of second album Freethinker. Opener Falling Awake builds then erupts into some snappy guitars and furious kit, Fireball (Mr Sinister), Built To Fire and Reach are rampant, but Crisis, Dancing With Daffodils and Hold On You reiterate this band's deft hand at menacing riffs.