Label: Better Noise Music
Genre: Modern Folk Metal
Out Now!!!
Tracklist:
1. This Is Mongol (Warrior Souls) (feat. William DuVall and Trevor McNevan) – Teerawk Remix
2. Bii Biyelgee (feat. Tyler Glenn of Neon Trees)
3. Triangle (feat. ROME)
4. This Is Mongol (Original Version)
5. Bii Biyelgee (Original Version)
6. Triangle (Original Version)
I’m really drawn to EPs that build upon a band’s existing work and offer fresh material to maintain our attention. The Hu demonstrates clever strategy here. Recognizing that most of the world isn’t fluent in Mongolian (personally, I’m more interested in their BBQ than mastering the language), they wisely bring in notable collaborators to reimagine some of their finest album tracks with English vocals added. This approach has already proven successful with Jacob Shaddix and Lzzy Hale contributing valuable elements to the band’s songs, and this EP continues that trend.
Anyone familiar with the Rumble Of Thunder album will recognize the source material, but this EP’s excitement comes from ‘This Is Mongol (Warrior Souls)’, where William Duvall from Alice In Chains and Trevor McNevan from Thousand Foot Krutch lend their vocals. Tyler Glenn of Neon Trees appears on ‘Bii Biyelgee’, while ‘Triangle’ showcases ROME. That last track could easily become this summer’s essential club hit – hopefully Ibiza’s DJs are paying attention!
The EP thoughtfully includes all three songs in their original versions too, letting listeners appreciate how they were initially crafted. I have zero complaints about this approach. It’s an ideal six-track collection and excellent showcase of the band’s strengths, enhanced with a touch of Western flavor (our go-to seasoning) through the guest appearances.
While I’d personally enjoy a full album featuring multiple English-singing guests, that would ultimately water down the band’s distinctive offerings and unique contributions. Their current approach – releasing albums followed by remix EPs with guest vocalists – perfectly balances purist expectations with commercial appeal, and that’s The Hu’s brilliance.
Here’s hoping they stick with this successful formula.
Score 9/10
Reviewed by Adrian Hextall
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