DEMI BARBITO - The Halo Storm Project ( 4 song demo )
there are 9 songs on the actual CD.

First off let me tell you Demi is no new comer to the rock scene. He played in several different bands throughout the 90's. Including the infamous So. California band "Band Of Destruction". A theatrical improv band that developed quite a cult following before calling it quits.
   The first thing that came to mind when first hearing Demi was "madman". Shred can either methodically massage your brain and lull you into a deep state of unconsciousness. Or it can scream wake the f~ck up, You're in danger here! And Demi pulls off both effortlessly on this demo.
   The second thing was wow, this guys a seriously talented musician. Demi does more than just play at warp speed. He plays beautifully (at warp speed). Never losing site of the melody. This is what separates Demi Barbito from some other speed demons.

   But this demo shows that Demi is indeed a well seasoned musician. Showing diversity in that each song is of different style or influence. Demi can shred! The note density is unbelievable. Then there are moments that are simply Demi. Like the sound effects, dead breaks into unexpected changes. Yet there's a sense of humor beneath it all. Given the overall theme of the CD.
   Demi could easily join the masses and go main stream. But instead he plays just outside the parameters. Not only making his music unique . But memorable.

THE TRACKS
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The (demo) C.D. opened with "HALO STORM". A song that feels like  a blend of old metal/new metal, with an industrial influence. A great introduction to Demi's original style. This one has a pretty heavy shred factor too. When Demi kicks into shred mode. You Really do feel the storm! The leads throughout Halo Storm are just the way I like 'em....In Your Face Aggressive...Here Demi walks the tightrope perfectly between rock and metal.
Track #2 "IF THE DEVIL CALLS, I'M NOT IN"  First off...I Love the name of this song. My sentiments exactly! ...With a smooth jazzy feel, and a  very fiery groove. This is my favorite of the 4 songs on the demo.  It hooked me right from the start. After a few rings of a phone, Demi phases in. He lays down the rhythm groove for a few seconds to build the foundation on which this beautiful song is built. Then Demi literally explodes into a beautifully powerful shred lead. Played with the kind of soul and conviction, that I can only compare to the great Carlos Santana.  In a style I call "Beautifully/Aggressive". It features a sh*tload of white hot rock style shredding. I liked all the songs, but this one reached me on the inside. I also love Demi's tone on this song. I had to hit replay more than a few times on this track. Beautiful Man!!!  
Track #3 "BLOOD"   A straight forward rocker that  features Demi on vocals. As well as some interesting breaks throughout the song. One interesting break features the sound of a hammer pounding. Considering the lyrics, this is a haunting sound. But I regress, a rocker indeed..... "Blood" has an old school rock/metal vibe. And Demi distorted his vocals a bit giving it a more basic roots feel. On "Blood" Demi puts away all the pyrotechnics. And delivers a killer rock tune in the truest sense.  This song provides an even wider range to the "Halo Storm Project" CD.
Track #4 "WHITEWASHED TOMBS"  This killer tune has a bluesy slow burn feel throughout. With a shred factor that goes off the scale....I love the ominous vibe of this one. And the solos follow suit. The whole time sounding dark and mysterious. An extremely powerful tune for one of the songs with a  slower tempo. The sheer attack of the leads tells you something big is going on here..

DEMI BARBITO'S "THE HALO STORM PROJECT"
Is A Diverse, Very Imaginative and Creative CD.

DEMI'S C.D. IS AVAILABLE ON HIS WEBSITE.