“Special Ops deliver a mammoth sound in the form of heavy distorted guitars and contagious rhythms."
- Fazer Magazine |
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"Montreal's Special Ops incorporate a sizeable dose of nu metal into their sonic identity."
- Aaron Small - Brave Words and Bloody Knuckles |
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“The Special Ops squad hits heavy with bone crushing bass end sounds as the clear vocals and shrapnel of the guitars arc from the area of impact, ya gotta go see 'em live!"”
- Metal Canvas CHUO 89.1 FM, Al "Carnage" Carnival, CFMB |
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“Special Ops toe the company line through 10 tracks of slickly produced, chorus-heavy, radio-ready metal that oozes youth rebellion, angst and tormented urban decadence at every turn… Special Ops will appeal to many.””
- Steve Lalla, Hour |
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“One of the best I’ve heard come out of Montreal to date, these guys really stand out with everything from musical hooks, to mind-blowing, jaw dropping live performances. An absolute must see…”
- Citizen Steve, CFMB |
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“Pushing the envelope may result in critical acclaim….This diverse sound easily sets the band apart from others playing and has earned them a considerable following in Montreal…”
- Chris Bumbray, The Link |
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“A Montreal based band of four guys with styles so different, yet so tight, you’d think they were out of a movie about commitment…..Maybe this sounds a bit eclectic but the music is first class and original.”
- Noah Sager, McGill Daily |
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“Special Ops stands out as one that transcends the musical boundaries, continuously redefining an innovative, thought provoking and dangerously pleasurable sound to listen to.”
- Croydon DeMello, The Concordian |
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“This four man killing team has flourished into professional hit men of the rock scene. Loaded to the teeth with an arsenal of songs from their debut album, this group is ready to blow up.”
- Da Miss, Montreal Music Scene |
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"Wow - an awesome show ...a new band from Montreal that has been turning heads called Special Ops who are on their Canadian tour. They have been described as system of a down mixed with Godsmack, heavy sound melodic rhythms...www.opsmission.com for their Toronto dates"
- C-DawG, 20Hz.com |
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"Special Ops will make a lasting impression... a blend of Evanescence meets Linkin Park and Nirvana. SO are on a cross-Canada tour and have decided to hang out in Winnipeg for a few days…”
- Brad Frenwik, Antigravity Project |
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“The summer breeze swept Special Ops from Montreal to Montague to kick of their first ever cross Canada tour at the Cavern on June 25th. Young and old alike were energized by their music…The vocal balance of Jason Walters and Sam Odeh was reinvigorating.”
- Donna Lewis, Montague Times |
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”This band is rocking this town and then some… the madness has been found and must be unleashed. This is the one time you can go out and sweat your self silly, some real ear candy ladies and gentlemen.”
- Linda Sckulic, CINQ FM |
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” Special Ops kicked ass!!! The audience was attentive with quite a few people dancing … Overall, Collective Chaos was one of Sweet Spot Productions' best shows to date me thinks!!!”
-Paulette LaFortune, Sweet Spot Productions |
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“ Special Ops is on their tour across Canada to promote their album “Phase 1: In Search of Madness”…I believe the madness is in Manitoba!”
- Crystal McKay, Backstagewinnipeg.com |
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“ Special Ops, is waging a full-scale musical attack on the senses through their debut CD, Phase 1: In Search of Madness…gaining recognition and a loyal following.”
- Debbie Hum, Concordia Magazine |
" Metal Night in Lunenburg Staring SPECIAL OPS - Yes that’s right a metal gig...for those of you who don’t like metal, go to www.opsmission.com and check out Montreal's heaviest act Special Ops they will blow you away."
- Sandy Schembly, LBC Rocks |
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