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๐ต The Danse Society - Somewhereโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ป Vortex Dawn ๐ (Neoclassical, ambient, soft post-rock)
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๐ต The Cure - Plainsong (Remastered)โถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ป Vortex Abyss ๐ณ๏ธ (Dark ambient, neofolk, shoegaze, immersive)
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๐ต The Cure - Charlotte Sometimesโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ต All About Eve - What Kind Of Foolโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ต Mors Syphilitica - The Hues of Longingโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ต Christian Death - Romeo's Distress (Romeo's Distress 2)โถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ต Tones On Tail - Lionsโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ต Miranda Sex Garden - Cover My Faceโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ต Ophelia's Dream - Danse macabreโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ต Faith and the Muse - She Waits By The Wellโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ต Anders Manga - Rosaries and Requiemsโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ต Rosetta Stone - Adrenalineโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ต Siouxsie And The Banshees - Monitorโถ๏ธ รcouter / Listen : VorteX [Radio]
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๐ป Vortex Night โ๏ธ (Industrial metal)
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Der Freitagabend ist gerettet, das #GothDiscoInferno ist fertig.
Ich habe ein Bauhaus-Special eingebaut mit Bauhaus, Dalis Car, Love And Rockets, Peter Murphy und Tones On Tail. Dazu gibt es Neues von ACTORS, Alice Gift, Black Doldrums, CVSY, Glaring, November Nรถvolet und Sad Lovers & Giants sowie รlteres von The Chameleons, The Cure, Hante., The KVB, New Model Army und Siouxsie And The Banshees u. v. m.
Freitag ab 22 Uhr: https://gothdiscoinferno.de/live
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Der Freitagabend ist gerettet, das #GothDiscoInferno ist fertig.
Ich habe ein Bauhaus-Special eingebaut mit Bauhaus, Dalis Car, Love And Rockets, Peter Murphy und Tones On Tail. Dazu gibt es Neues von ACTORS, Alice Gift, Black Doldrums, CVSY, Glaring, November Nรถvolet und Sad Lovers & Giants sowie รlteres von The Chameleons, The Cure, Hante., The KVB, New Model Army und Siouxsie And The Banshees u. v. m.
Freitag ab 22 Uhr: https://gothdiscoinferno.de/live
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Der Freitagabend ist gerettet, das #GothDiscoInferno ist fertig.
Ich habe ein Bauhaus-Special eingebaut mit Bauhaus, Dalis Car, Love And Rockets, Peter Murphy und Tones On Tail. Dazu gibt es Neues von ACTORS, Alice Gift, Black Doldrums, CVSY, Glaring, November Nรถvolet und Sad Lovers & Giants sowie รlteres von The Chameleons, The Cure, Hante., The KVB, New Model Army und Siouxsie And The Banshees u. v. m.
Freitag ab 22 Uhr: https://gothdiscoinferno.de/live
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Der Freitagabend ist gerettet, das #GothDiscoInferno ist fertig.
Ich habe ein Bauhaus-Special eingebaut mit Bauhaus, Dalis Car, Love And Rockets, Peter Murphy und Tones On Tail. Dazu gibt es Neues von ACTORS, Alice Gift, Black Doldrums, CVSY, Glaring, November Nรถvolet und Sad Lovers & Giants sowie รlteres von The Chameleons, The Cure, Hante., The KVB, New Model Army und Siouxsie And The Banshees u. v. m.
Freitag ab 22 Uhr: https://gothdiscoinferno.de/live
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Der Freitagabend ist gerettet, das #GothDiscoInferno ist fertig.
Ich habe ein Bauhaus-Special eingebaut mit Bauhaus, Dalis Car, Love And Rockets, Peter Murphy und Tones On Tail. Dazu gibt es Neues von ACTORS, Alice Gift, Black Doldrums, CVSY, Glaring, November Nรถvolet und Sad Lovers & Giants sowie รlteres von The Chameleons, The Cure, Hante., The KVB, New Model Army und Siouxsie And The Banshees u. v. m.
Freitag ab 22 Uhr: https://gothdiscoinferno.de/live
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Season of Melancholy โ In Sleep Review
Iโm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itโs always been a flavorโฆ
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Season of Melancholy โ In Sleep Review By KenstrosityIโm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itโs 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 arenโt 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 modernโperhaps too polishedโand quite loud. That said, it boasts a balanced, bassy mix and isnโt 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 โInmate,โ โKeep the Night,โ โะข.ะ.ะง.ะ.ะฏ.,โ โWay Out,โ and โDown in Rageโ 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 isnโt 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 โFarewell Song,โ โGhost,โ and โBorn in Liesโ 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 Melancholyโs songwriting carries a consistent ABABCB structure that almost never shifts or shuffles. Thereโs 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 excitementโboth 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 arenโt 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. Itโs heavy and chunky enough to earn the favor of metalheads unbothered by accessibility or poppy sensibility, too. However, itโs 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 wouldโve earned a much higher score. As it is, itโs 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 โ In Sleep Review By KenstrosityIโm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itโs 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 arenโt 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 modernโperhaps too polishedโand quite loud. That said, it boasts a balanced, bassy mix and isnโt 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 โInmate,โ โKeep the Night,โ โะข.ะ.ะง.ะ.ะฏ.,โ โWay Out,โ and โDown in Rageโ 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 isnโt 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 โFarewell Song,โ โGhost,โ and โBorn in Liesโ 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 Melancholyโs songwriting carries a consistent ABABCB structure that almost never shifts or shuffles. Thereโs 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 excitementโboth 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 arenโt 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. Itโs heavy and chunky enough to earn the favor of metalheads unbothered by accessibility or poppy sensibility, too. However, itโs 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 wouldโve earned a much higher score. As it is, itโs 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 โ In Sleep Review By KenstrosityIโm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itโs 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 arenโt 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 modernโperhaps too polishedโand quite loud. That said, it boasts a balanced, bassy mix and isnโt 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 โInmate,โ โKeep the Night,โ โะข.ะ.ะง.ะ.ะฏ.,โ โWay Out,โ and โDown in Rageโ 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 isnโt 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 โFarewell Song,โ โGhost,โ and โBorn in Liesโ 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 Melancholyโs songwriting carries a consistent ABABCB structure that almost never shifts or shuffles. Thereโs 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 excitementโboth 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 arenโt 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. Itโs heavy and chunky enough to earn the favor of metalheads unbothered by accessibility or poppy sensibility, too. However, itโs 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 wouldโve earned a much higher score. As it is, itโs 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 โ In Sleep Review By KenstrosityIโm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itโs 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 arenโt 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 modernโperhaps too polishedโand quite loud. That said, it boasts a balanced, bassy mix and isnโt 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 โInmate,โ โKeep the Night,โ โะข.ะ.ะง.ะ.ะฏ.,โ โWay Out,โ and โDown in Rageโ 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 isnโt 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 โFarewell Song,โ โGhost,โ and โBorn in Liesโ 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 Melancholyโs songwriting carries a consistent ABABCB structure that almost never shifts or shuffles. Thereโs 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 excitementโboth 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 arenโt 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. Itโs heavy and chunky enough to earn the favor of metalheads unbothered by accessibility or poppy sensibility, too. However, itโs 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 wouldโve earned a much higher score. As it is, itโs 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 โ In Sleep Review By KenstrosityIโm on a romantic music kick lately, and who can really say why. Itโs 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 arenโt 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 modernโperhaps too polishedโand quite loud. That said, it boasts a balanced, bassy mix and isnโt 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 โInmate,โ โKeep the Night,โ โะข.ะ.ะง.ะ.ะฏ.,โ โWay Out,โ and โDown in Rageโ 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 isnโt 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 โFarewell Song,โ โGhost,โ and โBorn in Liesโ 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 Melancholyโs songwriting carries a consistent ABABCB structure that almost never shifts or shuffles. Thereโs 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 excitementโboth 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 arenโt 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. Itโs heavy and chunky enough to earn the favor of metalheads unbothered by accessibility or poppy sensibility, too. However, itโs 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 wouldโve earned a much higher score. As it is, itโs 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 -
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Great chronological flow. You can actually hear Robert Smith and The Cure changing in front of you. From the angular beginnings, through the dark trilogy of Seventeen Seconds, Faith and Pornography, and towards the more accessible sound that would make the band international stars...
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๐ฌ๐ง The Cure "Standing on a Beach - The Singles" โ 1986
Great chronological flow. You can actually hear Robert Smith and The Cure changing in front of you. From the angular beginnings, through the dark trilogy of Seventeen Seconds, Faith and Pornography, and towards the more accessible sound that would make the band international stars...
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๐ฌ๐ง The Cure "Standing on a Beach - The Singles" โ 1986
Great chronological flow. You can actually hear Robert Smith and The Cure changing in front of you. From the angular beginnings, through the dark trilogy of Seventeen Seconds, Faith and Pornography, and towards the more accessible sound that would make the band international stars...
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๐ฌ๐ง The Cure "Standing on a Beach - The Singles" โ 1986
Great chronological flow. You can actually hear Robert Smith and The Cure changing in front of you. From the angular beginnings, through the dark trilogy of Seventeen Seconds, Faith and Pornography, and towards the more accessible sound that would make the band international stars...
#thecure #postpunk #gothicrock #newwave #alternativerock #80smusic #vinyl #music #vinylrecords #nowspinning #nowlistening
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๐ฌ๐ง The Cure "Standing on a Beach - The Singles" โ 1986
Great chronological flow. You can actually hear Robert Smith and The Cure changing in front of you. From the angular beginnings, through the dark trilogy of Seventeen Seconds, Faith and Pornography, and towards the more accessible sound that would make the band international stars...
#thecure #postpunk #gothicrock #newwave #alternativerock #80smusic #vinyl #music #vinylrecords #nowspinning #nowlistening
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