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Rock · 2017

Animal

A frantic burst of sun-drenched anxiety, blending fuzzy garage rock riffs with a paranoid, synth-streaked pop sensibility.

March 22, 2017 · Ghost Ramp

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Animal represents a pivotal moment in the Wavves evolution, where the sun-bleached surf rock of their early days meets a more muscular, rhythmic aggression. It sounds like a beach party held in the middle of a concrete jungle: bright and hot, but with a persistent layer of urban grime and paranoia. The track is built on a thumping, almost mechanical beat that pushes Nathan Williams' signature nasal vocals into higher stakes, creating a listening experience that is both infectious and deeply unsettled. It is the sound of trying to dance your way out of a panic attack.

Moments Worth Listening For
the heavy rhythmic thud of the drums that opens the track establishing a more aggressive tempo than previous releases
the bridge where the guitars drop out to reveal a shimmering and slightly detuned synthesizer melody
the final vocal refrain where the layering creates a dizzying and claustrophobic wall of sound

How does Animal sound next to the rest of Wavves's catalogue?

Mental Health+1.6σ

The writing leans notably further into mental health than the rest of the catalogue.

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