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Released today 41 years ago:
π¬π§ Dead or Alive "My Heart Goes Bang" β 1985
Produced by Stock Aitken Waterman, it was the fourth and final single from Youthquake. It reached No. 23 in the UK and No. 12 in Japan, with the extended 12-inch versions pushing the song firmly into the club environment...
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Released today 41 years ago:
π¬π§ Dead or Alive "My Heart Goes Bang" β 1985
Produced by Stock Aitken Waterman, it was the fourth and final single from Youthquake. It reached No. 23 in the UK and No. 12 in Japan, with the extended 12-inch versions pushing the song firmly into the club environment...
#deadoralive #hinrg #dancepop #synthpop #electronicmusic #80smusic #vinyl #music #vinylrecords #nowspinning #nowlistening
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Released today 41 years ago:
π¬π§ Dead or Alive "My Heart Goes Bang" β 1985
Produced by Stock Aitken Waterman, it was the fourth and final single from Youthquake. It reached No. 23 in the UK and No. 12 in Japan, with the extended 12-inch versions pushing the song firmly into the club environment...
#deadoralive #hinrg #dancepop #synthpop #electronicmusic #80smusic #vinyl #music #vinylrecords #nowspinning #nowlistening
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Released today 41 years ago:
π¬π§ Dead or Alive "My Heart Goes Bang" β 1985
Produced by Stock Aitken Waterman, it was the fourth and final single from Youthquake. It reached No. 23 in the UK and No. 12 in Japan, with the extended 12-inch versions pushing the song firmly into the club environment...
#deadoralive #hinrg #dancepop #synthpop #electronicmusic #80smusic #vinyl #music #vinylrecords #nowspinning #nowlistening
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Released today 41 years ago:
π¬π§ Dead or Alive "My Heart Goes Bang" β 1985
Produced by Stock Aitken Waterman, it was the fourth and final single from Youthquake. It reached No. 23 in the UK and No. 12 in Japan, with the extended 12-inch versions pushing the song firmly into the club environment...
#deadoralive #hinrg #dancepop #synthpop #electronicmusic #80smusic #vinyl #music #vinylrecords #nowspinning #nowlistening
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Honoka, Marie Rose and Nyotengu #rule34 #hentai from #DeadOrAlive by Esk-0, Pinkrotten (Voice Actor), Remalyth (Voice Actor)
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Honoka, Marie Rose and Nyotengu #rule34 #hentai from #DeadOrAlive by Esk-0, Pinkrotten (Voice Actor), Remalyth (Voice Actor)
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Aztec Falcon, Chun-li and Honoka #rule34 #hentai from #DeadOrAlive by Cinder Dryad (Voice Actor), Maiden Masher
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Aztec Falcon, Chun-li and Honoka #rule34 #hentai from #DeadOrAlive by Cinder Dryad (Voice Actor), Maiden Masher
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Honoka and Marie Rose #rule34 #hentai from #DeadOrAlive by Lazyprocrastinator
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Honoka and Marie Rose #rule34 #hentai from #DeadOrAlive by Lazyprocrastinator
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Dead or Alive Project Lead highlights in an interview that they are 'dialing back' on the skimpy outfits. :thonking:
DoA6: Last round release completely removes DoA6 from digital stores. This means that any progress, unlocks or micro transactions you bought are gone forever. :thounking:
In other news: Due to recent business decisions enthusiasm, fandom & overall goodwill towards DoA has been massively 'dialled back'. π€£
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Dead or Alive Project Lead highlights in an interview that they are 'dialing back' on the skimpy outfits. :thonking:
DoA6: Last round release completely removes DoA6 from digital stores. This means that any progress, unlocks or micro transactions you bought are gone forever. :thounking:
In other news: Due to recent business decisions enthusiasm, fandom & overall goodwill towards DoA has been massively 'dialled back'. π€£
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Dead or Alive Project Lead highlights in an interview that they are 'dialing back' on the skimpy outfits. :thonking:
DoA6: Last round release completely removes DoA6 from digital stores. This means that any progress, unlocks or micro transactions you bought are gone forever. :thounking:
In other news: Due to recent business decisions enthusiasm, fandom & overall goodwill towards DoA has been massively 'dialled back'. π€£
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Dead or Alive Project Lead highlights in an interview that they are 'dialing back' on the skimpy outfits. :thonking:
DoA6: Last round release completely removes DoA6 from digital stores. This means that any progress, unlocks or micro transactions you bought are gone forever. :thounking:
In other news: Due to recent business decisions enthusiasm, fandom & overall goodwill towards DoA has been massively 'dialled back'. π€£
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Dead or Alive Project Lead highlights in an interview that they are 'dialing back' on the skimpy outfits. :thonking:
DoA6: Last round release completely removes DoA6 from digital stores. This means that any progress, unlocks or micro transactions you bought are gone forever. :thounking:
In other news: Due to recent business decisions enthusiasm, fandom & overall goodwill towards DoA has been massively 'dialled back'. π€£
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Honoka #rule34 #hentai from #DeadOrAlive by Lazyprocrastinator
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Honoka #rule34 #hentai from #DeadOrAlive by Lazyprocrastinator
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Season of Melancholy β In Sleep Review
Iβm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itβs always been a flavorβ¦
#NewsBeep #News #Music #2.5 #2026 #AFI #DeadOrAlive #Entertainment #GothicMetal #GothicRock #Hardrock #him #InSleep #post-punk #review #Reviews #SeasonofMelancholy #SelfRelease #Sep26 #UK #UkranianMetal #UnitedKingdom #UntoOthers
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Season of Melancholy β In Sleep Review By KenstrosityIβm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itβs always been a flavor that I crave deeply in the music I frequent, but so often that craving is left unsatisfied or only partially sated. But Ukrainian goth rock/post punk quintet Season of Melancholy arenβt about to let me go before giving me everything I want, right? Bleeding hearts, sultry melodies, stories of heartbreak and of yearning, and dark atmospheres supported by bouncy tunes have been a part of their sound since inception over a decade ago. With one LP under their belt so far, follow-up In Sleep promises even sharper hooks, bigger choruses, and crunchier tones. Can they make me swoon?
After a slew of singles to foreshadow the release of In Sleep, a clear focus on accessibility and immediacy sharpens. Bridging the gaps between Mana-era Unto Others, AFI, Dead or Alive, and HIM, Season of Melancholy balance downtuned guitars with bright synths, danceable beats and a sultry baritone that stirs the loins. These are songs that could easily break into the charts but still maintain a dark character, and strategically placed metallic heft helps attract fans of harder music. A few instances of native Ukrainian make an appearance, though I would have loved to hear more as it meshes beautifully with this sound. On the production front, In Sleep is modernβperhaps too polishedβand quite loud. That said, it boasts a balanced, bassy mix and isnβt so cluttered with instrumentation that its paltry dynamic range causes too much stress on my ears.
At a tight 43 minutes, In Sleep gets in and gets out, but not without leaving you breathing heavy from dancing all night long first. High-energy romps βInmate,β βKeep the Night,β βΠ’.Π.Π§.Π.Π―.,β βWay Out,β and βDown in Rageβ bring metallic tones to the dancefloor, fortified by choruses so sticky in the moment that they might pull your shoes right off your feet. Though this material isnβt chock full of shreddy solos or boisterous riffs, pumping chugs and a clanky bass tone still move mountains as they groove and shove their way in between that buttery smooth baritone. Fun synthy incidentals embellish songs like βFarewell Song,β βGhost,β and βBorn in Liesβ to offset their more mid-paced amble and create points of interest in spaces that would otherwise feel sparse and unfinished. And, while some of these songs are already a few years old, In Sleep is remarkably cohesive without feeling too repetitive.
That said, there is a strange sense of monotony that creeps in after multiple spins. Avoiding the dreaded pit of self-plagiarism by a thin hair, Season of Melancholyβs songwriting carries a consistent ABABCB structure that almost never shifts or shuffles. Thereβs a lot a band can do even inside that restricted chain to bring high heat to the affair, and any kind of exploration outside of it brings out more flavor, novelty, and excitementβboth things that In Sleep lacks to varying degrees. As such, this record slots comfortably alongside releases from the aforementioned comparison points, but takes the safest route to get there. Consequently, most of the material presented here outside of a few of its best moments arenβt going to make it to long-term rotation.
Still, In Sleep offers good, clean fun to audiences looking for something easily digestible and universally approachable. Itβs heavy and chunky enough to earn the favor of metalheads unbothered by accessibility or poppy sensibility, too. However, itβs safe, derivative of many of its peers/influences, and lacks staying power. Were it blessed with more adventurous structures or bolstered by a wide array of hooky riffs or other substantial instrumental spotlights, In Sleep wouldβve earned a much higher score. As it is, itβs worth a listen or two and its best songs feel right at home on playlist duty. Whether it goes farther than that depends on the listener, and mileage may vary.
Rating: Mixed
#25 #2026 #AFI #DeadOrAlive #GothicMetal #GothicRock #HardRock #HIM #InSleep #postPunk #Review #Reviews #SeasonOfMelancholy #SelfRelease #Sep26 #UkranianMetal #UntoOthers
DR: 5 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Self Release
Websites: Bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: September 4th, 2026 -
Season of Melancholy β In Sleep Review By KenstrosityIβm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itβs always been a flavor that I crave deeply in the music I frequent, but so often that craving is left unsatisfied or only partially sated. But Ukrainian goth rock/post punk quintet Season of Melancholy arenβt about to let me go before giving me everything I want, right? Bleeding hearts, sultry melodies, stories of heartbreak and of yearning, and dark atmospheres supported by bouncy tunes have been a part of their sound since inception over a decade ago. With one LP under their belt so far, follow-up In Sleep promises even sharper hooks, bigger choruses, and crunchier tones. Can they make me swoon?
After a slew of singles to foreshadow the release of In Sleep, a clear focus on accessibility and immediacy sharpens. Bridging the gaps between Mana-era Unto Others, AFI, Dead or Alive, and HIM, Season of Melancholy balance downtuned guitars with bright synths, danceable beats and a sultry baritone that stirs the loins. These are songs that could easily break into the charts but still maintain a dark character, and strategically placed metallic heft helps attract fans of harder music. A few instances of native Ukrainian make an appearance, though I would have loved to hear more as it meshes beautifully with this sound. On the production front, In Sleep is modernβperhaps too polishedβand quite loud. That said, it boasts a balanced, bassy mix and isnβt so cluttered with instrumentation that its paltry dynamic range causes too much stress on my ears.
At a tight 43 minutes, In Sleep gets in and gets out, but not without leaving you breathing heavy from dancing all night long first. High-energy romps βInmate,β βKeep the Night,β βΠ’.Π.Π§.Π.Π―.,β βWay Out,β and βDown in Rageβ bring metallic tones to the dancefloor, fortified by choruses so sticky in the moment that they might pull your shoes right off your feet. Though this material isnβt chock full of shreddy solos or boisterous riffs, pumping chugs and a clanky bass tone still move mountains as they groove and shove their way in between that buttery smooth baritone. Fun synthy incidentals embellish songs like βFarewell Song,β βGhost,β and βBorn in Liesβ to offset their more mid-paced amble and create points of interest in spaces that would otherwise feel sparse and unfinished. And, while some of these songs are already a few years old, In Sleep is remarkably cohesive without feeling too repetitive.
That said, there is a strange sense of monotony that creeps in after multiple spins. Avoiding the dreaded pit of self-plagiarism by a thin hair, Season of Melancholyβs songwriting carries a consistent ABABCB structure that almost never shifts or shuffles. Thereβs a lot a band can do even inside that restricted chain to bring high heat to the affair, and any kind of exploration outside of it brings out more flavor, novelty, and excitementβboth things that In Sleep lacks to varying degrees. As such, this record slots comfortably alongside releases from the aforementioned comparison points, but takes the safest route to get there. Consequently, most of the material presented here outside of a few of its best moments arenβt going to make it to long-term rotation.
Still, In Sleep offers good, clean fun to audiences looking for something easily digestible and universally approachable. Itβs heavy and chunky enough to earn the favor of metalheads unbothered by accessibility or poppy sensibility, too. However, itβs safe, derivative of many of its peers/influences, and lacks staying power. Were it blessed with more adventurous structures or bolstered by a wide array of hooky riffs or other substantial instrumental spotlights, In Sleep wouldβve earned a much higher score. As it is, itβs worth a listen or two and its best songs feel right at home on playlist duty. Whether it goes farther than that depends on the listener, and mileage may vary.
Rating: Mixed
#25 #2026 #AFI #DeadOrAlive #GothicMetal #GothicRock #HardRock #HIM #InSleep #postPunk #Review #Reviews #SeasonOfMelancholy #SelfRelease #Sep26 #UkranianMetal #UntoOthers
DR: 5 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Self Release
Websites: Bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: September 4th, 2026 -
Season of Melancholy β In Sleep Review By KenstrosityIβm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itβs always been a flavor that I crave deeply in the music I frequent, but so often that craving is left unsatisfied or only partially sated. But Ukrainian goth rock/post punk quintet Season of Melancholy arenβt about to let me go before giving me everything I want, right? Bleeding hearts, sultry melodies, stories of heartbreak and of yearning, and dark atmospheres supported by bouncy tunes have been a part of their sound since inception over a decade ago. With one LP under their belt so far, follow-up In Sleep promises even sharper hooks, bigger choruses, and crunchier tones. Can they make me swoon?
After a slew of singles to foreshadow the release of In Sleep, a clear focus on accessibility and immediacy sharpens. Bridging the gaps between Mana-era Unto Others, AFI, Dead or Alive, and HIM, Season of Melancholy balance downtuned guitars with bright synths, danceable beats and a sultry baritone that stirs the loins. These are songs that could easily break into the charts but still maintain a dark character, and strategically placed metallic heft helps attract fans of harder music. A few instances of native Ukrainian make an appearance, though I would have loved to hear more as it meshes beautifully with this sound. On the production front, In Sleep is modernβperhaps too polishedβand quite loud. That said, it boasts a balanced, bassy mix and isnβt so cluttered with instrumentation that its paltry dynamic range causes too much stress on my ears.
At a tight 43 minutes, In Sleep gets in and gets out, but not without leaving you breathing heavy from dancing all night long first. High-energy romps βInmate,β βKeep the Night,β βΠ’.Π.Π§.Π.Π―.,β βWay Out,β and βDown in Rageβ bring metallic tones to the dancefloor, fortified by choruses so sticky in the moment that they might pull your shoes right off your feet. Though this material isnβt chock full of shreddy solos or boisterous riffs, pumping chugs and a clanky bass tone still move mountains as they groove and shove their way in between that buttery smooth baritone. Fun synthy incidentals embellish songs like βFarewell Song,β βGhost,β and βBorn in Liesβ to offset their more mid-paced amble and create points of interest in spaces that would otherwise feel sparse and unfinished. And, while some of these songs are already a few years old, In Sleep is remarkably cohesive without feeling too repetitive.
That said, there is a strange sense of monotony that creeps in after multiple spins. Avoiding the dreaded pit of self-plagiarism by a thin hair, Season of Melancholyβs songwriting carries a consistent ABABCB structure that almost never shifts or shuffles. Thereβs a lot a band can do even inside that restricted chain to bring high heat to the affair, and any kind of exploration outside of it brings out more flavor, novelty, and excitementβboth things that In Sleep lacks to varying degrees. As such, this record slots comfortably alongside releases from the aforementioned comparison points, but takes the safest route to get there. Consequently, most of the material presented here outside of a few of its best moments arenβt going to make it to long-term rotation.
Still, In Sleep offers good, clean fun to audiences looking for something easily digestible and universally approachable. Itβs heavy and chunky enough to earn the favor of metalheads unbothered by accessibility or poppy sensibility, too. However, itβs safe, derivative of many of its peers/influences, and lacks staying power. Were it blessed with more adventurous structures or bolstered by a wide array of hooky riffs or other substantial instrumental spotlights, In Sleep wouldβve earned a much higher score. As it is, itβs worth a listen or two and its best songs feel right at home on playlist duty. Whether it goes farther than that depends on the listener, and mileage may vary.
Rating: Mixed
#25 #2026 #AFI #DeadOrAlive #GothicMetal #GothicRock #HardRock #HIM #InSleep #postPunk #Review #Reviews #SeasonOfMelancholy #SelfRelease #Sep26 #UkranianMetal #UntoOthers
DR: 5 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Self Release
Websites: Bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: September 4th, 2026 -
Season of Melancholy β In Sleep Review By KenstrosityIβm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itβs always been a flavor that I crave deeply in the music I frequent, but so often that craving is left unsatisfied or only partially sated. But Ukrainian goth rock/post punk quintet Season of Melancholy arenβt about to let me go before giving me everything I want, right? Bleeding hearts, sultry melodies, stories of heartbreak and of yearning, and dark atmospheres supported by bouncy tunes have been a part of their sound since inception over a decade ago. With one LP under their belt so far, follow-up In Sleep promises even sharper hooks, bigger choruses, and crunchier tones. Can they make me swoon?
After a slew of singles to foreshadow the release of In Sleep, a clear focus on accessibility and immediacy sharpens. Bridging the gaps between Mana-era Unto Others, AFI, Dead or Alive, and HIM, Season of Melancholy balance downtuned guitars with bright synths, danceable beats and a sultry baritone that stirs the loins. These are songs that could easily break into the charts but still maintain a dark character, and strategically placed metallic heft helps attract fans of harder music. A few instances of native Ukrainian make an appearance, though I would have loved to hear more as it meshes beautifully with this sound. On the production front, In Sleep is modernβperhaps too polishedβand quite loud. That said, it boasts a balanced, bassy mix and isnβt so cluttered with instrumentation that its paltry dynamic range causes too much stress on my ears.
At a tight 43 minutes, In Sleep gets in and gets out, but not without leaving you breathing heavy from dancing all night long first. High-energy romps βInmate,β βKeep the Night,β βΠ’.Π.Π§.Π.Π―.,β βWay Out,β and βDown in Rageβ bring metallic tones to the dancefloor, fortified by choruses so sticky in the moment that they might pull your shoes right off your feet. Though this material isnβt chock full of shreddy solos or boisterous riffs, pumping chugs and a clanky bass tone still move mountains as they groove and shove their way in between that buttery smooth baritone. Fun synthy incidentals embellish songs like βFarewell Song,β βGhost,β and βBorn in Liesβ to offset their more mid-paced amble and create points of interest in spaces that would otherwise feel sparse and unfinished. And, while some of these songs are already a few years old, In Sleep is remarkably cohesive without feeling too repetitive.
That said, there is a strange sense of monotony that creeps in after multiple spins. Avoiding the dreaded pit of self-plagiarism by a thin hair, Season of Melancholyβs songwriting carries a consistent ABABCB structure that almost never shifts or shuffles. Thereβs a lot a band can do even inside that restricted chain to bring high heat to the affair, and any kind of exploration outside of it brings out more flavor, novelty, and excitementβboth things that In Sleep lacks to varying degrees. As such, this record slots comfortably alongside releases from the aforementioned comparison points, but takes the safest route to get there. Consequently, most of the material presented here outside of a few of its best moments arenβt going to make it to long-term rotation.
Still, In Sleep offers good, clean fun to audiences looking for something easily digestible and universally approachable. Itβs heavy and chunky enough to earn the favor of metalheads unbothered by accessibility or poppy sensibility, too. However, itβs safe, derivative of many of its peers/influences, and lacks staying power. Were it blessed with more adventurous structures or bolstered by a wide array of hooky riffs or other substantial instrumental spotlights, In Sleep wouldβve earned a much higher score. As it is, itβs worth a listen or two and its best songs feel right at home on playlist duty. Whether it goes farther than that depends on the listener, and mileage may vary.
Rating: Mixed
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DR: 5 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Self Release
Websites: Bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: September 4th, 2026 -
Season of Melancholy β In Sleep Review By KenstrosityIβm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itβs always been a flavor that I crave deeply in the music I frequent, but so often that craving is left unsatisfied or only partially sated. But Ukrainian goth rock/post punk quintet Season of Melancholy arenβt about to let me go before giving me everything I want, right? Bleeding hearts, sultry melodies, stories of heartbreak and of yearning, and dark atmospheres supported by bouncy tunes have been a part of their sound since inception over a decade ago. With one LP under their belt so far, follow-up In Sleep promises even sharper hooks, bigger choruses, and crunchier tones. Can they make me swoon?
After a slew of singles to foreshadow the release of In Sleep, a clear focus on accessibility and immediacy sharpens. Bridging the gaps between Mana-era Unto Others, AFI, Dead or Alive, and HIM, Season of Melancholy balance downtuned guitars with bright synths, danceable beats and a sultry baritone that stirs the loins. These are songs that could easily break into the charts but still maintain a dark character, and strategically placed metallic heft helps attract fans of harder music. A few instances of native Ukrainian make an appearance, though I would have loved to hear more as it meshes beautifully with this sound. On the production front, In Sleep is modernβperhaps too polishedβand quite loud. That said, it boasts a balanced, bassy mix and isnβt so cluttered with instrumentation that its paltry dynamic range causes too much stress on my ears.
At a tight 43 minutes, In Sleep gets in and gets out, but not without leaving you breathing heavy from dancing all night long first. High-energy romps βInmate,β βKeep the Night,β βΠ’.Π.Π§.Π.Π―.,β βWay Out,β and βDown in Rageβ bring metallic tones to the dancefloor, fortified by choruses so sticky in the moment that they might pull your shoes right off your feet. Though this material isnβt chock full of shreddy solos or boisterous riffs, pumping chugs and a clanky bass tone still move mountains as they groove and shove their way in between that buttery smooth baritone. Fun synthy incidentals embellish songs like βFarewell Song,β βGhost,β and βBorn in Liesβ to offset their more mid-paced amble and create points of interest in spaces that would otherwise feel sparse and unfinished. And, while some of these songs are already a few years old, In Sleep is remarkably cohesive without feeling too repetitive.
That said, there is a strange sense of monotony that creeps in after multiple spins. Avoiding the dreaded pit of self-plagiarism by a thin hair, Season of Melancholyβs songwriting carries a consistent ABABCB structure that almost never shifts or shuffles. Thereβs a lot a band can do even inside that restricted chain to bring high heat to the affair, and any kind of exploration outside of it brings out more flavor, novelty, and excitementβboth things that In Sleep lacks to varying degrees. As such, this record slots comfortably alongside releases from the aforementioned comparison points, but takes the safest route to get there. Consequently, most of the material presented here outside of a few of its best moments arenβt going to make it to long-term rotation.
Still, In Sleep offers good, clean fun to audiences looking for something easily digestible and universally approachable. Itβs heavy and chunky enough to earn the favor of metalheads unbothered by accessibility or poppy sensibility, too. However, itβs safe, derivative of many of its peers/influences, and lacks staying power. Were it blessed with more adventurous structures or bolstered by a wide array of hooky riffs or other substantial instrumental spotlights, In Sleep wouldβve earned a much higher score. As it is, itβs worth a listen or two and its best songs feel right at home on playlist duty. Whether it goes farther than that depends on the listener, and mileage may vary.
Rating: Mixed
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DR: 5 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Self Release
Websites: Bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: September 4th, 2026 -
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