Dashed To Shivers’ ‘Undertow’ is a thrilling album that blends multiple genres into an electrifying experience. The band’s combination of 80s synths, indie rock, screamo, and harder rock elements create a unique sound that keeps listeners engaged from start to finish. The album opens with “Dry My Tears”, which immediately sets the tone with its emotional intensity and guitar-driven melody. The track blends raw emotion with haunting synths, drawing you in with its powerful hooks. Following this, “Every Second” builds on the atmospheric sound, combining atmospheric layers with sharp guitar riffs that make for an infectious yet emotionally charged track. “Undertow”, the title track, showcases the band’s signature ability to juxtapose haunting melodies with heavy moments, taking listeners on a sonic ride as the track swells and intensifies. This powerful blend of moods continues with “Shadow of the Sun” and “CCS”, which explore darker tones, with post-punk influences pushing through and sharpening the band’s already complex sound.
As the album progresses, tracks like “Black Knight” and “Cobras in Fire” take a more metal-leaning approach, bringing a high energy and aggressive intensity that contrasts with the earlier atmospheric tracks. These songs are a raw outburst, delivering high-energy guitar riffs and screamo vocals that hit hard. The transition into “Lazarus” shows the band’s ability to slow things down without losing their emotional depth, making it one of the most captivating tracks on the album. “Soylent Green” and “Breathe follow with their cinematic atmospheres, bringing elements of film-inspired sounds to the forefront. These tracks allow for reflection, adding a deeper layer to the album’s overall emotional range, and showcasing the band’s versatility in blending genres.
The closing tracks “No Future”, “Forgotten Zone”, and “Why/Failed” round out ‘Undertow’ with an intense finish, leaving listeners with a sense of urgency and unrelenting energy. These tracks are filled with angst and raw emotion, marked by strong guitar work and intense vocal delivery. The band brings the album full circle, leaving no room for complacency. ‘Undertow’ is a testament to Dashed To Shivers’ ability to push musical boundaries, fusing a variety of influences from metal, post-hardcore, and atmospheric rock to create something entirely unique. With this album, the band not only refines their sound but also pushes the envelope, making it clear that they are a force to be reckoned with in the rock scene.
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