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Formed in 2008, Heerenveen-based band SWIM OR DROWN conjures pure metallic hardcore adrenaline. The Dutch quintet has brought absolute hell for 14 years with the same lineup. “We are so fucking proud of this, and we hope that we can add another 14 years,” states the vocalist Jan. They have […]
How do you describe “Promise me you’ll stay long enough to hear this,” the debut EP of American artist Monica Whitlock? At times delving into the old-fashioned rock and rolls with occasional bursts of pop and tinged with Americana attitude, the EP is a melodic and thoughtful record that looks […]
Comprised of Alex Paul (guitar), Brian Luttrell (guitar), and Jeremy Dingman (drums), Girih made significant strides towards improving and evolving their sound, and the new effort “Ikigai” is not merely a continuation of their impressive capabilities; it is an evolutionary progression in every tangible facet of their artistry. So, let’s get carried away in their creative process and […]
It seems like whenever I try to sum up 4 Beat Grace exactly – and I’ve tried several times – ultimately, I fail. The Zurich-based band not only covers the post-punk genre but dives deep into the possibilities of all sounds microtonal. That implies applying their extraordinary technique to alternative […]
Northampton, Massachusetts, psychedelic doom metal trio Black Pyramid take a look at their past by reissuing off the classic and seminal second album, titled “II.” Their first album, “Black Pyramid,” was released in 2009, and the band instantly gained a cult following. The widespread recognition for its psychedelic, hard-hitting, and […]
Post-rock has taken many great forms since its inception. Over time it has expanded as a genre that takes in influences from an immense variety of musical spaces, with bands incorporating all sorts of elements until some have become staples while others still remained outliers. Paint for the Blind are […]
As I’ve mentioned in my past reviews, I am, first and foremost, an emotional listener. Technical prowess means little to me if it doesn’t serve to elevate a specific subset of sensations. This may explain a lot about my listening habits. In their “We Are Very Happy,” it’s clear from […]
Iasi-based Death Metal band HRUBA has just released their debut EP, “Inherent Obedience”, a concept material based on the central idea of subjugation. “Inherent Obedience” features 7 tracks that explore different facets of the genre, combining technical passages with brutal slamming riffs, gravity blasts, and chaotic phrases supported by guttural […]
>be me>music journalist for almost 4 years>go to ArcTanGent 2022>unbelievably hyped>apply for press pass to ATG>not even a reply over months>well aren’t you a bunch of boiled carrots>but first 8 day vacation in Zurich>change 2 planes to arrive in Zurich>physically exhausting yet rewarding time in Zurich>change another 2 planes omw […]
Collaboration is an essential ingredient of this open trio’s creative approach, forming a recurring theme in Hifiklub’s extensive discography and filmography. Based in Toulon, the hyperactive experimental rock band offer a diverse ever-evolving catalog that now boasts over 150 artist collaborations since they started in 2006. Everything that the French avant-garde trio […]