This edition of LITM Rock Picks brings to you modern alternative rock, galactic electro-rock, atmospheric rock, and more. The list features Gubbe, CIRCA 99, CREEPS, and more.
Gubbe - What could possibly go wrong
Mirroring the chaos that structures modern life, ‘What could possibly go wrong’ by Norwegian artist Gubbe hides great contemporary importance under those playful riffs and drum patterns. The song leans towards a modern alternative rock sound and brings in dense, thick layers with every element being powerful and on par with the other. This heightened sound also reminds you of mind scribbles which come with intense overthinking, indecision, which we more often than not, tend to blanket with blind optimism. The shifts in the song also align with the central idea of the song and they are brilliantly done. The near-deadpan quality of the vocals bring in a conversational aspect to the song, resulting in a more intimate engagement with the listener.
CIRCA 99 - SATELLITES IN LOVE
Keeping in line with its name, ‘SATELLITES IN LOVE’ by CIRCA 99 takes on an extra-terrestrial expansive sound to convey the idea of love. The instrumentation makes heavy use of synths and electronic beats which gives the song its galactic musicality. The expansive quality of the song pulls you in like a magnet, and makes you want to stay there.The song is extremely groovy and surprisingly warm, and might just change your mind about electronic music if you The song might remind you of Tame Impala’s music owing to similar musical arrangements and textures. Give it a listen even if electronic, synth based music may not be your jam, because this one might just change your mind.
CREEPS - I will follow you
Early 2000s post-grunge sound coursing through it, ‘I will follow you’ by CREEPS is the kind of track that sets your senses on fire with its visceral, raw magnetism. The instrumentation is rugged, sharp, and laden with a kind of vulnerability that defines grunge and post-grunge. Super emotive, distorted guitars clubbed with pounding, thunderous drum patterns define the song’s sound. The vocals are wonderfully restrained at sections and are brimming with raw energy at sections that require it, giving you a sound of what love can look like. The guitar solo section at the end will have gasping for air because of its sheer elevating qualities. The song might remind you of bands like Staind and 3 Doors Down, owing to similar emotionally charged sounds.
Eli Wise - Out in the Cold
Bringing to you a blend of the indie-pop and the folk-rock sound, ‘Out in the Cold’ by Eli Wise is the soothing balm that you did not know your soul required. The instrumentation primarily features bright, twangy guitars, and a super dynamic drum pattern that doesn’t declare itself with loudness but with subtlety and gentleness. The song makes clear the work that has gone into its arrangement right from the very first note. The gentle but calculated build and the lushness and cohesiveness of the textures and layers is truly something to marvel at. Drenched in warmth and all things bright, this song will feel like a hearth on a cold winter’s evening.
Pray Silence - Liminalland
Brooding, enigmatic and so very magnetic, ‘Liminalland’ by Pray Silence is sure to affect you with intensity and driving rhythms. The instrumentation leans towards an alt-rock and grunge blend, with heavy, distorted guitars leading the way, added on by emotive soaring guitars, dynamic drum patterns and more. The instruments come together to create a truly peeled back, raw sound that you simply cannot remain turned away from, The shifts that the guitar playing takes in the songs is commendable because it gives the song so many angles. Musical brilliance and lyrical ingenuity going hand in hand, this one ought to be on your rock playlists.
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