This edition of LITM Rock Picks brings to you fiery retro power packed tracks, vibrant punk rock anthems, and more. The list features The Infamous HER, CATNAP, Knife Emoji, and more.
The Infamous HER - Born Outta Step
Taking you back to the early 2000s rock scene with its own twists and turns, ‘Born Outta Step’ by The Infamous HER is for you if you find yourself unable to fit in with the world around you. The instrumentation is loud, vibrant, and expressive without any attempt at subtlety. There are shifts in pace, especially in the chorus sections, which brings about a delightful sense of urgency and boldness that give the song its personality. The song feels like a complete colourful celebration in itself, of all the dreamers and their dreams that the world calls outrageous and unachievable.
CATNAP - Leave the Light On
Embodying the 2000s punk and emo rock sound, ‘Leave the Light On’ by CATNAP is a complete burst of uninhibited energy and you can’t help but feel its effect. Hard-hitting, loud, and boisterous, the song reflects the chaos that colours our lives through its adrenaline rushing rhythms. Thundering drums, gritty, fast paced guitars characterise the track. The vocals with their rawness and emotiveness perfectly reflect the energies that the instrumentation lets out. The song might remind you of bands like The All-American Rejects and Simple Plan, with similar punk rock sounds. Lyrically, the song is for those who feel pressured by the world to be ready and confident when that is not something their hearts agree with yet.
Knife Emoji - The Laboratory
Starting off with a sound that invites introspection and reflection, ‘The Laboratory’ by Knife Emoji is woven with tones of mystery, darkness and yet is hauntingly real. The instrumentation is brooding, making you think of dark rainy days in a city that seems to be out to get you at every turn. Enigmatic guitars and drum patterns coupled with haunting and equally enigmatic vocals give the song quite the atmosphere that will make you want to stare out into the void, contemplating away. A unique song, relaying dark themes through a soft rock sound, this song has every potential to be a new favourite.
Honeycut - Psychopathy
Adopting grit that’s defining and power that intoxicates, ‘Psychopathy’ by Honeycut uses its words to make an impact through music that demands you pay attention to it. The instrumentation is characterised by solid basslines that offer the perfect levels of groove, guitar riffs that are soaring and grounding at the same time, and drum patterns that bring in dynamicity to the track. The track makes powerful social and political commentary, targeting the governments that are burning the world in the name of good. With lyrics that hold your attention and with music that does not let you look away, this song is sure to make its impact wherever it is played.
Omega Train - Ride or Die
80s rock energy blending with an intoxicating alt-rock sound, ‘Ride or Die’ by Omega Train is power and grit redefined. A sense of urgency, of rawness rules the instrumentation, with its power-packed guitar riffs and drum patterns that bring in such fiery personality to the song. The song exudes an effortless style and swag that is simply alluring. The vocals, rich and embodying that same swag and style, perfectly mirror the energy of the instrumentation. With a musical arrangement that will remind you of the greats in the game and themes that stand the test of time, this song is a must-listen for all retro rock fans out there.
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