Beliefs is a pivotal project in the 2010s Canadian shoegaze revival, formed in Toronto by Josh Korody and Jesse Crowe. Korody, a well-known producer at Candle Recording Studios, brings a sophisticated technical edge to the band's sound, characterized by intricate signal chains and a mastery of reverb-drenched space.
Their early work, particularly the 2013 self-titled debut, established them as heirs to the Creation Records aesthetic, emphasizing the 'wall of sound' guitar approach and breathy, buried-in-the-mix vocals. However, their evolution toward 2017's Habitat saw a significant shift toward 'post-shoegaze' territory, incorporating elements of industrial music, no-wave, and motorik rhythms. This trajectory moved them away from the genre's typical escapism toward a grittier, more confrontational urban realism. Critically, they are praised for avoiding the 'nugaze' trap of mere imitation, instead using noise as a structural element rather than just a decorative one. Their influence is felt within the Toronto DIY scene, bridging the gap between dream-pop accessibility and experimental noise rock.
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