Review: Polyphia – New Levels New Devils
“Polyphia fuse two genres of polar opposites to create heavenly beats that sound as ethereal as they do hefty”
11th October 2018
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“Polyphia fuse two genres of polar opposites to create heavenly beats that sound as ethereal as they do hefty”
‘[Untitled]’ is an elusive beast, difficult to comprehend but a total joy to experience
‘Vitriola’ is a cathartic experience sure to resonate among the disenfranchised
“It’s huge, dramatic and devilishly wonderful… Behemoth have certainly delivered”
Boston Manor continue to ride a high wave of momentum in Nottingham.
“Monuments produce an encouraging and solid display on ‘Phronesis'”
“The Sonder Bombs have created an honest and political album that is socially knowledgeable and daring.”
“‘‘Darkness, Together’’ is an effective amalgamation of multiple sub-genres.”
Crown The Empire triumphantly left a big impression as they returned to the UK last month.
Much like their previous conceptual outings, ‘The Unheavenly Creatures’ is another impressive outing for Coheed and Cambria.
“’You Say I’m Too Much, I Say You’re Not Enough’ is about as strong a start as Estrons could hope for.”
Redwood’s second EP flourishes with assuredness.
“The Xcerts offer a soft and brief reminder of their songwriting brilliance on ‘Late One Night'”
Even after 20 years and eight albums, High On Fire continue to show ambition and experimentation on ‘Electric Messiah’.
Black Peaks have all the ingredients of what makes a stellar rock band in 2018… ‘All That Divides’ is another triumphant release.
5/5
“Spellbinding, delicate and haunting – Julien Baker served up an unforgettable night in Manchester.”
“Once ‘S’Only Natural’ steps off the disco dancefloor, it very quickly stumbles.”
Youth Killed It capture the essence of a divided Britain with tongue-in-cheek wit”
“‘Animals Acoustic’ is a missed opportunity that offers very little”
“‘The Silver Scream’ has no right to be as fun as it is”
For this month’s edition of Under The Radar, we look at new releases from All Them Witches, The Arusha Accord, Walking Dead on Broadway, Canavar and Twin Jackal.
“a wonderfully cathartic sophomore record… the future is looking bright for Doe.”
“Palaye Royale show a better understanding of their craft as ‘Side B’ cuts off the fat.”
“On ‘Burnt Sugar’, Gouge Away show open rage is a valid therapy… the most delicious blackened mess in punk rock right now”