From bright uplifting rock anthems to grungy, ambient explorations, this edition of LITM Rock Picks has got you covered with the latest releases. The artists featured are CAR287, Wired Euphoria, Wastrels, Sharbel Wahbee, and Dead Skin Project.
1. CAR287- Deep Undercover
This is a track that feels like a throwback to a fond memory, and a casual stroll on the beach at the same time. It’s a classic rock piece that oozes nostalgia and engages the listener with a chill, breezy experience. The lead vocals are bright and pleasant, matching perfectly with the vibe of the song, while the accompanying harmonies add a great contrast with a slightly raspy texture. The musical underbed, comprising of the guitars and drums fold in together with ease, interspersing and swirling. If you’re looking for an easy-going track with some light headbanging, look no further than this.
2. Wired Euphoria- Lifestyle
A thrilling experience, ‘Lifestyle’ breaks the rules in the best way. Think, a combination of slacker, punk, and heavy rock smashed up together. The instrumentalists brandish their weapons, getting heavier as the song progresses. The standout feature of the song is the stark contrast of the lead vocals paired with the slashing instrumentation. The vocals also have a thick, raspy yet dark sound, and the arrangement tips the balance towards the end, letting the vocals and instrumentation become increasingly more untethered, leaving the track sounding slightly hammered. Overall, it’s a euphoric ride that’ll test your ability to walk in a straight line.
3. Wastrels- Castles
Another euphoric one on the list is ‘Castles’ by Wastrels, a mellifluous swirl of symphonic guitars, keyboards, and echoing vocals, resulting in a soothing atmospheric rock piece. In its 6-minute runtime, it’ll take you through different moods and textures, sinking you deeper into a heavy rhythmic hypnosis. The vocals pop in intermittently, like gentle ghosts, while the instrumentation takes care of the haunting melody lines. The instruments themselves lean towards hazy rather than heavy. The arrangement builds up a feverish, intense ambiance, overall making the song feel like a rocking chair to sink oneself into.
4. Sharbel Wahbee- The Portrait of Us
‘The Portrait of Us’ starts off as a gentle soul and grows into an anthemic release. The lyrics use the imagery of a phoenix and leave a satisfying result with “We fall, and we rise”. This is one of those songs that might leave second-hand beads of perspiration, as the band’s increasing intensity is infectious, and as a listener, you feel almost invited to join in. The vocals are especially enthralls, with a powerful performance. The track itself is a bit reminiscent of Skrillex’s with its endless energy. The softness matches the emotional intensity, driving home that uplifting theme. Give it a listen here-
5. Dead Skin Project- Scarlet Teardrops
A genre-bending, woozy soundscape, the arrangement mixes alien with familiarity, alien in the intergalactic sense, as the music uses a whimsical outer-space theme tune, mixing it into their heavy industrial rock project. The arrangement mixes clean, raspy, and gritty textures, with not only the vocals but also the instruments. The ‘cookie monster’ growl, contrasting with the bright, warm-toned vocals, makes for a unique, entertaining combination. Each instrument builds a solid foundation, with glitchy makeup and small elements of surprise around each corner. The distorted guitars give off a grungy, gritty atmosphere, channelling the song into one earth-shattering release.
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