Aj Dyce’s Seesaw captures the push-and-pull of overthinking through jangly indie pop energy and restless momentum. Built on bright guitar lines and punchy, slightly chaotic drums, the track mirrors its theme of emotional imbalance, constantly shifting between lightness and tension. There’s a catchy immediacy in the hooks, but underneath lies a more introspective core, exploring the comfort of negative patterns and the fear of change.
It feels both upbeat and unsettled at once, turning inner conflict into something rhythmically engaging and disarmingly relatable.
Palien and Tommy Moom$’s 5:50 (Ten to Six) drifts through a hazy, downtempo hip-hop landscape, where nostalgia and emotional paralysis intertwine. Built on dusty, SP-404 textures, the production feels weightless yet heavy with mood, creating a late-night atmosphere that lingers between reflection and inertia. The contrast between the two vocalists adds depth—one introspective and tender, the other darker and more visceral—both circling the same quiet resistance to change.
It’s a subdued but powerful piece, capturing that moment where you know you should move forward, but remain stuck, suspended in your own thoughts.
Strangejuice’s The Age of Violent Revolution channels a restless, uneasy energy through its blend of jangly indie textures and heavier alt-rock punch. The track builds on a propulsive rhythm, with guitars shifting from wiry tension in the verses to fuller, more forceful bursts in the chorus. There’s a hypnotic repetition in the vocal hook that reinforces its obsessive, almost claustrophobic mood. Lyrically abstract and surreal, it feels like a fragmented reflection of chaos and anxiety rather than a direct statement. Strange yet accessible, it lingers with a sense of controlled disarray and quiet intensity.
Bum Rolo’s Ain’t Dead Yet hits with raw conviction, delivering a gritty hip-hop statement rooted in resilience and survival. The production leans dark and stripped-back, allowing the message to take center stage, while the flow carries a sense of urgency and lived experience. There’s a weight in the delivery that feels unapologetic, almost defiant, as if every bar is pushing back against adversity. It’s not polished for comfort—it’s direct, intense, and grounded in truth. A track that stands tall on attitude and purpose, channeling struggle into strength.
Nick Moon’s Setting Sun is a sharp, danceable slice of post punk that pairs biting social commentary with an irresistible groove. Driven by punchy rhythms and wiry, surf-tinged guitars, the track moves with restless energy while maintaining a playful, almost sarcastic tone. Moon’s deadpan vocal delivery adds a layer of irony, turning its critique of class and culture into something both engaging and unsettling. Beneath the catchy hooks lies a sense of tension and absurdity, making it as thought-provoking as it is fun to move to—post-punk with brains, bite, and swagger.
Alvaya Ray’s Fogo Lento burns slow and sensual, blending island soul with sleek pop and R&B finesse. The groove is steady and hypnotic, built on warm rhythms that unfold with effortless fluidity, while her vocals glide with confidence and subtle allure. There’s a controlled heat throughout—never explosive, but constantly simmering—drawing listeners into its intimate atmosphere. The production stays polished yet organic, allowing the track’s rhythm and vocal presence to lead. It’s a late-night slow burner, rich in mood and texture, where every element feels intentional and deeply felt.
Brian Brainstorm’s Falling In Love delivers a vibrant jungle/drum & bass rush, pairing high-energy breakbeats with a surprisingly warm, melodic core. The track moves fast but feels fluid, with rolling drums and bright, shimmering elements that give it a euphoric lift. There’s a playful, almost nostalgic quality in the arrangement, balancing rave intensity with emotional lightness. Even without vocals, it conveys a sense of uplift and motion, like a late-night set tipping into sunrise.
Energetic yet feel-good, it’s a finely tuned blend of classic jungle spirit and modern polish.
GREYHAWK – Call of the Hawk / Ride Out. True Metal. No Compromise.
Before they were Keepers of the Flame, Seattle’s GREYHAWK were busy forging the underground’s most infectious new anthems. Nameless Grave Records is thrilled to present a comprehensive compilation of the band’s two essential EPs, Call of the Hawk and Ride Out, appearing together for the first time on a single 12″ vinyl.
This collection captures the band at their most hungry and heroic. Side A features 2022’s Call of the Hawk, a release that elevated the band’s technicality and showcased the incredible speed of guitarist Jesse Berlin. Side B features the 2018 Ride Out debut, showcasing the band’s ability to blend world-class vocals with the soaring heroism of Manowar.
Driven by the elite baritone of Rev Taylor, whose operatic pedigree makes him one of the most capable singers in metal history and the blistering fretwork of Jesse Berlin, this compilation is the definitive way to experience the early chapters of a band that has become a cornerstone of modern heavy metal.
Track-list:
Side A: Call of the Hawk
Steelbound
Call of the Hawk
Demon Star
Shattered Heart
Take The Throne
Side B: Ride Out
Intro
The Abdication
Ride Out
Serpent King
Wisdom of the Wizard
Circle of Heroes
For Fans of: Manowar, Dio, Visigoth, Judas Priest, and Yngwie Malmsteen.
