MINNESOTA SOUND REVIEWS - 4/6/22
Review by: Jonathan Fuller, Writer @JonnyDarko3
Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, Owner/Editor @PlaylistTC
Top songs on the Minnesota Sound playlist.
Jail! "Gigantopithecus”
Noisy chaotic energy radiates from the guitar driven punk rock/metal track “Gigantopithecus,” an epic song lyrically centering around a huge mythical beast by the same name. The song is frenetic, with huge drum hits sweeping through the mix underneath rapid-fire guitar licks. The vocal performance is short and to the point, adding a lot but not stealing the show from the intense instrumental. This song comes from Jail!’s latest EP “4 pack.”
hyet "Concrete Moon"
“Concrete Moon” is a track with notes of indie and prog rock. The song has a good amount of variety intensity-wise. Shifting from more mellow sections to passages of fiery energy. The vocal performance is a major highlight here, incredibly emotive and dripping with confidence the lyricism and melody take center stage resulting in a captivating experience.
Beth Ann McDowell "Where the Calm Things Are"
"Where the Calm Things Are" is a cinematic piece of indie/electronic rock. The instrumental prominently features a dark drum/bass line that carry the momentum of the song through the minor key verses. The chorus refrain switches to a more major key feel that offers a nice change of pace. The track is innovative and an incredible blend of genre and mood.
Oil "Sand"
“Sand” is an electronic pop track with a dark futuristic aesthetic and a hard hitting bass drop. Listening to this track is pure bliss, the lengthy intro slowly rises into a euphoric dance rhythm. Waves of synthesizers wash over the simple club-ready vocal hook. Prominent synth bass carries the heart of the track. This song comes from Oil’s latest EP “Vision.”
Early Eyes "Dying Plant"
“Dying Plant” is a peppy indie pop track with plucky guitars, bouncing drum beats and catchy melodies. The hook on this track is absolutely mesmerizing, boosting the energy level about ten notches from the respectively more relaxed verses. Huge electric guitar chords and a larger than life gang vocals absolutely steal the show here. “Dying Plant” comes from the bands new LP “Look Alive!”
Ghostmouth "Paranoia"
“Paranoia” is an eerie dive into the world of psychedelic music. A cacophony of different instruments tie seamlessly together to create a spooky sonic landscape. Textured and layered in tandem, the different elements provide a captivating and cinematic instrumental. The vocals are dramatic and dark, providing the through line that holds the diverse range of sounds together. This song comes from Ghostmouth’s new album “Vomit.”
