Death Above Life delivers tight, aggressive riffs and commanding vocals, wrapped in crisp, well-produced metalcore energy. The songwriting is confident, balancing intensity with moments of atmospheric depth, though it rarely surprises beyond its genre conventions.
It’s an engaging, polished listen - precise, forceful, and satisfying, with enough hooks to make it memorable. A solid display of skill and control, tempered by a sense of restraint.
Anyway is bright and meticulously crafted, with playful chiptune layers that shimmer across each track. The melodies are inventive and catchy, though the density of sounds sometimes feels a bit overwhelming. There’s a whimsical energy here, but it’s tempered by a sense of polish rather than outright exuberance.
It’s an engaging listen - clever and immersive - but the charm is measured, precise, and slightly reserved.
Racing Mount Pleasant feels like a hazy afternoon drive through half-familiar streets - restless yet strangely comforting. The jangly guitars shimmer like heat off pavement, while the vocals drift somewhere between earnest longing and casual detachment. It’s charmingly atmospheric, though occasionally the haze thickens into sameness, blurring the edges of what could be sharper moments.
There’s beauty here, even if it’s more fleeting than lasting. The record lingers like a ... read more
A moody, immersive ride through atmospheric drum and bass. Lush synths and layered percussion give the album a cinematic, almost ethereal feel, while the beats keep it grounded and propulsive. The production is polished and ambitious, though some tracks lean on familiar tropes rather than breaking completely new ground.
Still, it’s a solid, repeatable listen - textured, atmospheric, and stylish, perfect for zoning out or letting the soundscapes carry you along. TURQUOISEDEATH shows ... read more
Ambitious and atmospheric, with layered production and creative ideas. Sometimes it leans a bit too hard into earnestness, making the emotion feel slightly overblown. Still enjoyable and promising, just not fully hitting its potential.