The much anticipated new Alcest release nestled in my post box and I knew immediately that the day was indeed a good day. Neige and Winterhalter have returned with another beautifully written album with a slight move back to the feel and sounds of the wonderful debut full length ‘Souvenirs d’Un Autre Monde’. The few harsh vocals evident on the previous release ‘Les Voyages De L’Ame’ have given way to a completely clean delivery and with a voice like Neige’s, why on earth not? Continue reading
Tag Archives: France
HEADCHARGER – “Slow Motion Disease”
Someone must have spiked the water across The Channel as they French have seemingly decided they want a larger piece of the metal action than just the song ‘Anti-Social’, following the likes of Gojira and Alcest we have Normandy rockers Headcharger. Continue reading
LES DISCRETS – “Ariettes Oubliees”
With Alcest now getting more exposure, more people are discovered the associated act of Les Discrets. Continue reading
ALCEST – “Les Voyages De L’Âme”
Alcest are a band whose output improves with each release, Alcest make beautiful rock music. If you like large soundscapes, melody, a black metal ‘influence’ but also some ‘shoegaze’ thrown in then you might be somewhere explaining what Alcest are all about! Continue reading