Red Martian. BUGHLT, Valentine (UK) and Shoplifter (Americas)
There must be something special in that Seattle coffee that keeps producing great new musicians! Red Martian, self-proclaimed " neue shoegazer " band ( their words, not mine, kids... ) hailing from the City of Flowers, have just released their latest digital album titled Ghost in the Fog.
The term shoegazer refers to a sub genre of alternative Rock and Roll from England in the late 80s. The term "shoegazing" was coined by the British press as a verbal jab against the collection of bands who stood still during live performances in a detached, and somewhat lifeless presence, often with their heads down. They were known for pedal effects ( which probably contributed to the " heads down " look, ) audio distortion and muted vocals and disjointed sound effects. The band most known for this style of music are My Bloody Valentine, Curve, Slowdive, Heretoir, and Ride.
It's a shame that the English press didn't seem to take kindly to this branch of Rock because a lot of good music can be found there. As readily attested to by the endeavors of Red Martian's new Ghost in the Fog album.
From its title song, Ghost in the Fog, we are treated to a hard driving, high tempo groove that still manages to convey an almost surreal, nightmare feel in their singing.
The 2nd song to their album, None has a slightly slower and deeper tone to it, but loses none of Red Martian's nervous energy. I couldn't but bop my head up and down on this one.
Their 3rd song is my favorite! The strangely titled, みなぞう is a wonderful fast paced, joyous tune. It will make you want to grab the closest girl next to you and
dance like nobody else is around.
The song Igen, Ingenting shows the band's Seattle roots with it's soulful, ominous tones. You can almost feel the Washington grass under your feet and the smell of its trees on this one.
All in one great album here and the perfect gift for even the stuffiest progressive music enthusiast! Remember kids, it's never to early to get in your X-Mas shopping!
https://redmartian.bandcamp.com/album/ghost-into-the-fog-2
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