MusicQueery

Closure is a difficult beast. In the wake of loss, whether that be a death or a breakup of any kind, the desire for closure can haunt people for years and years. On their flagship project, Sing Me a Song About Sacrifice, 2nd in Command pulls together an album that is ultimately about lacking closure and the many ways it can drive people to madness. Their ability to conjure the many different types of ghosts that can haunt people in such an earnest and personal way is genuinely a sight to ... read more

My thoughts on this one are complex, so strap in. We'll be here for a little while.

I can't remember exactly when my first experience with this full album was. It was definitely sometime during the summer of 2020, and I had idly put it on while doing dishes. I enjoyed it the first time, but I didn't realize the magnitude of my enjoyment until I came back. Again. And Again. And Again. I have, by now, grokked this album so wholly, and it is one of my current all time favorites. However, ... read more

I, like many, have been dealing with my own very ugly thoughts and feelings in the wake of the COVID 19 pandemic. Mere days after spring break and feeling like I could take on the world, it felt like the world had stopped spinning entirely. Despite the capitalist world largely having been reopened to the public, I still often feel as though the world is in stasis. So surprise surprise, this album found me at a time when I psychologically needed it the most; just about a week ago. The Downward ... read more

There is a lot to be said for the ability to capture a vibe so succinctly as this. The album description on Bandcamp is only five words long, but it really sells its purpose and energy.

"For listening outdoors (at dawn)"

That immediately brought to mind plenty of songs that I've described as "sounding like a sunrise," but never have I heard such a broad concept captured with such precision. It makes me think of the few times I've stayed awake to see the sun come up. It's ... read more