Within The Fire - Still Burning (CD)

• Format: CD
• Mastered by Alan Douched (West West Side Music)

Independently released in 2016, Still Burning is the debut full-length from Within The Fire, an Albany, New York–based heavy metal project founded and led by guitarist RJ Pipino, with a lineup drawn from veteran East Coast band Enertia.

Built on a traditional metal framework, the album pulls from a wide spectrum of influences, from classic melodic metal to thrash into a cohesive, mid-tempo–driven sound. Anthemic riffs, layered backing vocals, and strong melodic hooks give the record an immediately engaging, live-minded feel.

Vocalist Scott Featherstone delivers a commanding performance that balances melody and aggression, retaining a distinctly classic metal sensibility. The band’s seasoned musicianship comes through in tight arrangements, expressive lead work, and dynamic pacing throughout the record.

Still Burning stands as a confident statement of modern traditional metal, earning a cult following among fans drawn to melody, power, and authenticity.