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Darko have simply dropped their new EP ‘Greyscale’ through Lockjaw Data. Right here, they information us via a few of the bands that they’re most enthusiastic about proper now.
Anaal Nathrakh
Tom [West, vocals]: “Actually the most effective saved secret in UK metallic for the final 20 years. I usually surprise why they aren’t revered alongside the largest metallic bands on the planet, after which I take heed to it and do not forget that it’s completely disgusting – solely an entire lunatic would get pleasure from it… and me, apparently.”
FFO: In Flames, Strapping Younger Lad
Melonball
Tom: “This Munich band burst onto the skate punk scene just a few years in the past and have shortly been impressing everybody with a finely tuned, brilliantly executed contemporary tackle a traditional sound. Oli’s vocals are unbelievable too – her efficiency actually drives these large choruses dwelling.”
FFO: Rise In opposition to, Lagwagon
Random Hand
Tom: “These lads by no means disappoint however their most up-to-date album was a delight – their sound has matured right into a punk/hardcore/ska deal with that may resonate with followers from all corners of the scene. They aren’t afraid to experiment however they by no means lose sight of their large chonky hooks.”
FFO: Capdown, Reuben
Dreamwell
Tom: “Pummelling emotional hardcore that concurrently appears like one thing from the early 2000s, however not trite or insincere like numerous identikit ‘screamo’ bands. The newest album is especially pressing, it’ll make the hair in your arms get up for positive.”
FFO: Thursday, Converge
Svalbard
Tom: “One of many UK’s finest heavy bands, combining poignant lyrics with ferocious black metallic blastbeats and soothing post-rock. It’s the well-positioned punk rock gallops that basically make them stand out, although. I had just a little cry final time I noticed them.”
FFO: Deafheaven, MØL
Cherym
Rob [Piper, guitar]: “The newest album from Derry-based Northern Irish trio Cherym ’Take It Or Depart it’. It is a nice pop rock file, actually bouncy and an awesome collection of songs, nice hooks on the vocals and guitars. Launched on Alcopop data. It actually encapsulates a nostalgia vibe from 90s influences while sounding contemporary and new. Tremendous thrilled to see them get increasingly more recognition.”
FFO: Pixies
Weakened Associates
Rob: “From Portland, Maine, they launched their first full size in 2018 however I solely simply discovered this band on a playlist or really useful listing lately and it’s nice. On reflection, unsure how I missed them as Large Scary Monsters launched the final full size however hey ho. On the finish of 2023 they launched the only ‘Awkward’ which is unbelievable and I instantly went and listened to the earlier albums Frequent Blah and Quitter, sturdy Weezer vibes however undoubtedly with their very own factor occurring.”
FFO: Weezer, Teagan and Sara
Darko’s ‘Greyscale’ EP is out now.
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