Author: James Evenden
Mining Metallic is a month-to-month column from Heavy Consequence contributing writers Langdon Hickman and Colin Dempsey. The main target is on noteworthy new music rising from the non-mainstream steel scene, highlighting releases from small and unbiased labels — and even releases from unsigned acts. Earlier than we speak about music, there are some issues that have to be stated. These adjoin one another as a result of life is one steady entire: the life that generates the artwork that nourishes us additionally generates the politics which vex us. Artwork in these durations retains its price by that nourishing, a connection…
Heavy Tune of the Week is a function on Heavy Consequence breaking down the highest steel, punk, and arduous rock tracks you could hear each Friday. This week, No. 1 goes to Deafheaven’s “Magnolia.” Deafheaven bravely defied conference on their earlier album, Infinite Granite. Gone have been George Clarke’s harsh rasps, because the calmer and extra melodic music demanded a distinct method. On the time, it appeared like the top of the band’s black steel period, however the first single from upcoming album, Lonely Individuals with Energy, assures us that heavy music will not be a factor of Deafheaven’s previous.…
ANOTR has simply launched their extremely anticipated third studio album On A Journey, that includes a standout collaboration with Kabusa Oriental Choir, infused with vibrant world influences. Over the previous 2 years, ANOTR has been on the forefront of the dance music scene with their refreshing tackle disco, funk, and home music. On their new album, they showcase they’re in a position to faucet into all kinds of kinds and one of many brightest examples of this sentiment is “Falling Feels Like Flying”. Kabusa Oriental Choir breathes life into the monitor with their uplifting vocal efficiency and romance-themed songwriting. Instrumentally,…
Indian steel band Bloodywood have introduced a brand new album titled Nu Delhi, together with unveiling the only and video “Tadka” forward of the LP’s March twenty first launch. The album title is a intelligent play on the band’s nu-metal sound and residential metropolis (New Delhi), whereas the only and video pay homage to Indian meals. “‘Tadka’ is a steel tribute to Indian meals,” Bloodywood acknowledged in a press launch. “The phrase ‘Tadka’ is a cooking course of in Indian delicacies the place spices are heated in scorching oil or ghee to create a extra fragrant taste… It’s about going…
Sum 41 performed the ultimate present of their farewell tour on Thursday (January thirtieth) at Toronto’s Scotiabank Area, performing a 29-song set. The live performance was the second present of a two-night stand in Toronto, bringing the band’s near-30-year profession to an finish. The Canadian punk act had introduced again in Might 2023 that it might break up following a last tour and album. Sum 41 kicked issues off with “Motivation” from All Killer No Filler, with frontman Deryck Whibley telling the gang early on, “Women and gents, let’s get … loopy! We’ve bought a complete vary of feelings to…
Pink Sizzling Chili Peppers’ music has at all times been tied to California all through their 40-plus-year profession, and that was on full show through the Los Angeles band’s set on the FireAid profit live performance on Thursday night time (January thirtieth). The FireAid profit happened in two arenas, the Kia Discussion board and the Intuit Dome, with proceeds going towards rebuilding the communities which have been devastated by the latest LA wildfires. The Chili Peppers performed the Discussion board, delivering a four-song set comprised of “Californication,” “Dani California,” “Black Summer time,” and “Beneath the Bridge.” Whereas the primary two…
A style mix of future storage, breakbeat, and emotional electronica, Lowtopic’s newest single “Roma” feels just like the soundtrack of a stroll after an ideal night time on the membership. I’ve to confess, it has been some time for me, however I do fondly keep in mind the summer time Berlin walks and the dawn expertise after an ideal night time out. “Roma” marks the third characteristic we have carried out of the Italian producer and DJ. I recognize the emotion engraved in every thing he creates, most likely an important factor when selecting what music I take heed to…
No Doubt reunited as soon as once more to carry out on the FireAid profit live performance in Los Angeles on Thursday night time, the place they performed “Only a Woman,” “Don’t Converse,” and “Spiderwebs.” The band was launched by John Mayer — who stated “You’ll be able to’t have a live performance for SoCal” with out them — and instantly launched into “Only a Woman,” donning their ’90s throwback plaid and bringing their ska A-game to the upbeat crowd-pleaser. From there, they carried out “Don’t Converse,” after which introduced the power again up their nearer, “Spiderwebs.” Watch a clip…
Goya Gumbani’s music is a treatment for the soul. That’s the reason it’s with nice pleasure to share the information about his upcoming album, Warlord of the Weejuns, scheduled for launch on March twenty first through Ghostly Worldwide. Warlord of the Weejuns by Goya Gumbani Goya takes the album title from {a magazine} headline as soon as used for Miles Davis, nodding to his easy type. Channeling that very same cool, he reinvents his sound with lush, full-band preparations. Warlord of the Weejuns will probably be a healthful expertise and a daring fusion of ambition, heritage, and artistry. An simple…
Each month, our Workers Picks column sees Consequence writers and editors spotlight a few of our favourite new music from the previous 4 weeks. Try the picks for the most effective albums of January 2025 beneath. And identical to that, 1/twelfth of 2025 has handed us by — how time flies whenever you’re listening to good music! (Okay, technically 31/365ths, however don’t get pedantic on us…) Regardless of it being fairly early within the yr, loads of high-profile and underground artists alike have already come by means of with tasks that we’ll be listening to all 2025 lengthy. Dangerous Bunny…