This edition of LITM Rock Picks brings to you genre-bending rock tracks, punk rock, indie, alt-rock, and more. The list features Litiges!, Petrichor, Fierce Friend, and more.
Litiges! - You’re freakin’ me out
With a pulsating rhythm driving the track, ‘You’re freakin’ me out’ by Litiges! Will have you utterly surprised on knowing that it is a debut track. The instrumentation maintains an interesting pace that is full of tones of mystery, power, and resilience all at once. The guitar work in the song is the face of intrigue, with soaring guitars clubbed with a thumping bassline, and the dynamic drums pick up and drop pace and change according to the moment of intensity and catharsis in the track. Edgy, cutthroat, and real, this song deserves a sure listen owing to the skill it showcases as a debut.
Petrichor - The Richest Witches of the West
Opening up with an enigmatic bassline that quickly descends into a chaotic frenzy, ‘The Richest Witches of the West’ by Petrichor is a sharp piece of rock music, something that is hard to come by in the current music scene. The instrumentation leans heavily toward punk rock but towards the end it takes on a jazz plus bluesy tone and ends on it. The track is a biting commentary on the systems of oppression that are in power at the moment all over the world. Fierce and politically tuned, this song is an important one to pay attention to in the current climate.
Fierce Friend - Blood Red Hills
Delving into the dark side of love, ‘Blood Red Hills’ by Fierce Friend marks its presence in the indie and alternative rock scene with its unique approach to those genres. The instrumentation balances itself between a restless energy and a restrained one, where it reins in its outlet at moments while letting loose in other moments. The guitar work in the song is truly memorable and something that will stay with you long after the last note of the song plays out. The consistent harmonisations in the song come as a surprise, and they give the song beautiful tones and textures. Lush textures clubbed with relatable lyrics, this one will stand out in your playlists.
Cello - We Do What We Want (When We Want When We Want To)
Unflinchingly bold with the spirit of rebellion coursing through its melodic veins, ‘We Do What We Want (When We Want When We Want To)’ by Cello will captivate you with its sonic atmosphere. The instrumentation lies between a punk rock musicality and a synth, electronic rock musicality, offering a dynamic sonic experience. The pace is fast, keeping in touch with the charismatic rebellion housed in the song’s lyricism. The vocals also mirror the infectious energy of the instrumentation and will make you want to get up and fight the oppressive systems around you. Magnetic and bold, this song is the kind we need in the current times
Ken Woods and the Electric Reckoning - Eyes Shut
Bringing together an array of genres, ‘Eyes Shut’ by Ken Woods and the Electric Reckoning creates a sound that you will think of with both your eyes shut and open. The blues, jazz, country, and rock come together to create the textures in the track. The guitar solos in the song are supremely well done, and will make you think of the greats in the field. The song is metaphorical, and can be read as a commentary on the current political climate, where things are being done and if we don’t open our eyes and look it will be too late.
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