Secret Machines: a band has been lauded for their ability to piece together elements of psychedelic, kraut, and prog rock to produce a sound that’s all their own. With a revised line-up (minus one Benjamin Curtis, plus one Phil Karnats) and a near 2 year lapse since the band’s last record, fans have been a bit wary about the future sound and direction of Secret Machines. All uncertainties will be put to rest on October 14th when the Secret Machines release their third and self-titled record.
The album’s opening track kicks right from the start and marches on with a solid drum beat. Brandon Curtis gives a genuinely interesting sing/speak performance; the clarity of his vocals help drive the lyrics over the other instruments.
Vocals, drums, then guitar: an uncommon hierarchy of sounds for a rock band, but one that is decidedly Secret Machines. Of course there are moments where the guitar is the showpiece, particularly towards the end of "Atomic Heels" when the guitar swells into a heady collage of distorted chords.
Subtly the pace slows on Secret Machines and "Now You're Gone" opens with a fragile timbre and vocal effects that are completely mesmerizing. Steadied by seamless percussion the song glides into a dizzied oscillation of vox and guitar; it’s a near criminal listen.
Secret Machines retain their big beats, swooshing basslines, and resolute vocals; but the also charge on and inject noise, layer guitars, and mount thunderous soundscapes. A winning combination that results in a record that couldn’t be more aptly named: Secret Machines.
Secret Machines- Atomic Heels
The album’s opening track kicks right from the start and marches on with a solid drum beat. Brandon Curtis gives a genuinely interesting sing/speak performance; the clarity of his vocals help drive the lyrics over the other instruments.
Vocals, drums, then guitar: an uncommon hierarchy of sounds for a rock band, but one that is decidedly Secret Machines. Of course there are moments where the guitar is the showpiece, particularly towards the end of "Atomic Heels" when the guitar swells into a heady collage of distorted chords.
Subtly the pace slows on Secret Machines and "Now You're Gone" opens with a fragile timbre and vocal effects that are completely mesmerizing. Steadied by seamless percussion the song glides into a dizzied oscillation of vox and guitar; it’s a near criminal listen.
Secret Machines retain their big beats, swooshing basslines, and resolute vocals; but the also charge on and inject noise, layer guitars, and mount thunderous soundscapes. A winning combination that results in a record that couldn’t be more aptly named: Secret Machines.
Secret Machines- Atomic Heels
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