Consistent with a grunge tone you’d only wish to perfect on your own gear, HIGHWAYVES ensured that it’s paired with vocals that emit the same energy to match. Besides that, they are heavily inspired by bands such as Nirvana, Stone Temple Pilots, even Alice in Chains. So if we caught your attention, keep reading.
The song structure is bound to get you guessing, as the verses keep listeners on their toes, from the suspense-filled aura with every delivery, the rhymes, and the mention of family names around every corner. No element seems to be out of place, as the song and tune stays in the lane of shoegaze, grunge, and the gray area between rock and pop music.
Moreover, the line “Put down your family tree, I hope you don’t find peace” is then slowly pronounced into the arrangement, with the instruments surrounding it running with it in terms of intensity. It rings out until the end of the song, where it’s slowly isolated on its own. This appeals greatly to those who are into the hardcore side of rock, and maybe even metal, as it almost steps on the borderline of both genres during those moments.
Overall, after listening to this short-lived song FAMILY TREE, the energy HIGHWAYVES just inflicted to their listeners is addicting, that there’s no doubt people would rummage for more music from this artist. The variety of dynamics and intensities within the song, paired with the genre they’re going for (which they are owning, by the way) hits just right, making it a great song for recommendation.
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A psychology major with a knack for music and writing. Mostly indulges in alternative rock, indie, and pop punk.
