Edgy, Gritty, Dreamy: ‘Death Dreams’ by heavy wild
Artist: heavy wild Single: Death Dreams Genre: Dark Wave, Post-Punk, Dream Pop Release Date: July 26th, 2023
Edgy skate culture is alive and well in London. 'Death Dreams' by heavy wild is a more upbeat Salvia Palth vibe with hints of Beach House's modern allure. This track exudes a captivating aura that suggests the band is onto something big.
With elements reminiscent of The Smiths and a touch of Wunderhorse's essence, 'Death Dreams' hooks listeners with its infectious melodies and brooding atmosphere. It’s music to listen to while swinging on a swing set during sunset. It’s music to skate through the streets to. It’s music to blast at 1 am when alone with your thoughts. The haunting refrain of "You’re always gone" is a mesmerizing hook, and it’s actually catchy - an aspect that many songs in this genre overlook.
The album cover aesthetic perfectly complements the band's vibe, evoking a sense of grittiness. It is certainly edgy, but it doesn’t overstep the line into corny. While it may take a moment to fully grasp the intricacies of their sound, heavy wild delivers a catchy experience that leaves a lasting impression.
With a live performance slated for Wednesday, March 27th at The Victoria in London, audiences can anticipate a show brimming with energy and stage presence. Additionally, keep an eye out for the live performance release of 'Death Dreams' in the coming months, promising to capture heavy wild’s live energy, which must be pretty dope. Keep an eye on them, they’re onto something here.
Check them out on socials:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6dxRf5XUwYZ12ecawKxuJ0?si=9475bIAKT7uW0ese38oLEg
https://www.youtube.com/@heavywild7045
https://www.instagram.com/heavy.wild/
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“Death Dreams” and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating DA DA DA - Best New MusicWe discovered this release via MusoSoup, as part of the artist’s promotional campaign.
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