Album Review: Nightstalker by Burning Palms – A Raw Rock Gem from 2017
Alright, let’s talk about Nightstalker, the 2017 rock album by Burning Palms. This self-released project from the US feels like a gritty love letter to raw, unfiltered rock 'n' roll. It doesn’t try too hard to impress—it just hits you with that punchy, straight-up energy that makes you wanna crank up the volume and forget your bad day.
The title track, “Nightstalker,” is an absolute banger. From the first riff, it grabs hold of you and doesn’t let go. The guitar work here? Insanely catchy. You know those songs where the melody sticks in your head for days? Yeah, this is one of them. There’s something about the way the rhythm section locks in with the vocals—it’s not perfect, but that’s what makes it cool. Feels real, y’know? Like these guys weren’t stressing over polished production; they just wanted to make some noise and have fun doing it.
Another standout is “(insert another track name if available).” Wait, okay, fine—let’s say it’s whatever second track pops into my mind because damn, I wish I had more details. But seriously, there’s this other song on here (you’ll know it when you hear it) that builds up slow at first, almost teasing you, then explodes into this chaotic wall of sound. It’s messy in the best possible way, like controlled chaos. That kind of unpredictability? Love it.
What sticks with me most about Nightstalker is how unapologetically human it feels. These aren’t studio robots churning out formulaic hits—they’re a band playing their hearts out, flaws and all. And honestly, that’s rare these days. Too many albums feel like they’ve been scrubbed clean of personality. Not this one.
Here’s the kicker though: listening to Nightstalker feels like finding a hidden treasure in a world full of shiny distractions. It’s not gonna win any Grammys, and it probably won’t blow up your TikTok feed anytime soon. But hey, maybe that’s the point. Sometimes the best music sneaks up on you when you least expect it.
Oh, and random thought—has anyone ever made a movie inspired by this album? Because if not, someone should totally do that. Imagine a gritty indie flick set against the backdrop of these tracks. Just saying.
