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Written by David Lichius Friday, 18 January 2008 02:46

The Huguenots operated in that grey area where post-hardcore and metal meet.

Boston's The Huguenots are a quintessential example of a "band before the bands." Comprised of future members of The Explosion, Piebald, and Converge, The Huguenots operated in that grey area where post-hardcore and metal meet. Comparable to other '90s standouts Shotmaker and Frodus, the Huguenots also incorporated doses of math-y guitar work into the mix.

And therein lies what makes Discography overcome the notion that it is nothing more than an evolutionary document. Discography can stand on its own as a record that deserves widespread distribution, no matter who the band was made up of. Most importantly, this disc  proves that Hydra Head continues to be the leader when it comes to heavy rock and metal for those who largely treat the latter genre as an afterthought. B | David Lichius