On Philippine rock band [wimpLink artistId="4418163"]Siakol[/wimpLink]'s [wimpLink albumId="246264857"]...Sa Pag-Ikot Ng Mundo[/wimpLink] (In the Rotation of the World), the music is gritty but also has melody. The band's sound is propelled by strong, reverb-edged rhythm guitar and also features searing guitar solos. The singing of vocalist Noel Palomo, who is also the group's songwriter, is heartfelt and gritty. Much of [wimpLink artistId="4418163"]Siakol[/wimpLink]'s sound is centered on the reverb-edged riffs and chord progressions purveyed by the guitarist, Miniong Cervantes, who often lays down a mighty path.
The band's music has an unpolished garage sound, giving it a stamp of authenticity. The opening song, "Habang Ang Lahat," begins on a heavy metal, [wimpLink artistId="86"]Black Sabbath[/wimpLink]-styled path but then segues into a melodic, near pop-styled tune. Before long, though, the rough-edged guitar returns. "Sa Pag-Ikot Ng Mundo" (In the Rotation of the World) and "Yakap" (Hug) feature a spirited, flowing feel that is propelled by strong rhythm guitar. The rhythm guitar on "Sa Pag-Ikot Ng Mundo" also has a jingle-jangle ambience. The lumbering "Wag Mong Isipin 'Yon" (Don't Think) is far too long. The fine "Ayoko Na Sa 'Yo" (I Don't Like You Anymore) works off a hypnotic guitar riff, and the vocals achieve a strong anthemic stance. Because many songs on this album are centered on reverb-edged guitar work, the inclusion of more tender, acoustic-based songs would provide needed contrast. Stronger melodies throughout the album would also help. ~ David Gonzales