Listen: Rare Monk – “Splice” [Premiere]
10 January 2014, 10:45
| Written by
Charlotte Krol
Portland band Rare Monk kick off 2014 with a limited release of “Splice” and show us a thing or two about crafting near-perfect indie rock.
Armed with zippy guitars and steady percussion, “Splice” at first travels slowly, lifted by dreamy vocal harmonies and subtle electronic hues. This melodic slow-burn could carry on quietly, but the troupe decide it’s not enough and abandon all expectations for one unabashed, thunderous blow-out. Their sonic sound only leaves the heart yearning for more.
The limited edition 7” AA-side single (“Splice” and “Sleep/Attack”) is available to pre-order via B3SCI Records.
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