Rock is a bit like an archaeology dig. That’s not to imply the genre is stagnating or has run its course – far from it. But as the eons of rock are solidified, as blues begets rock and rock begets indie, the average listener begins to view each new band and its respective influences as though they were layers of sediment. Dig beneath the surface, and bits of a guitar riff and the bones of a particular instrument from genres past form the layers for future musical innovation. (More …)
The experience of seeing Boris live is completely mind-bending – an energy that spreads through your entire body. The sheer enormity of their music and the intensity of the sounds they make is the ultimate musical body buzz. It’s rare to be blown away by the sheer intensity of a sound – a sound that is heavy and noisy, but at times also beautiful and even melodic. Armed with a gong, a double-neck guitar, another bass, angelic female back-up vocals, a howling drummer, and righteous riffs, Boris will affect you. Whether it’s in a sweaty club in Tokyo, a holiday park in England or a park in Austin, TX, Boris’ intensity is infectious. You may need to take a seat. (More …)
