Brooklyn-based quartet Sharkswimmer is making waves in the music scene with their debut album, "Serenity," and their latest music video for the powerful track, "Demolition of a Childhood Home," featuring Geoff Rickly of Thursday. The band, known for their unique blend of introspective, melodic post-hardcore-informed alt-rock, has crafted a record that is both emotionally charged and sonically dynamic.
Produced by Jon Markson, the mastermind behind acts like Drug Church and Koyo, "Serenity" showcases Sharkswimmer's ability to seamlessly weave together '90s influences with a modern perspective. Geoff Rickly, a notable figure in the emo scene, joins the band in the music video for "Demolition of a Childhood Home," adding an extra layer of depth to a track that explores personal struggle and the enduring impact of childhood trauma.
The song's title draws from vocalist Justin Buschardt's experience of his childhood home being destroyed in a tornado, serving as a poignant metaphor for the wreckage left behind by abuse. The angular and dissonant guitars create a sense of unease, while the relentless shouts from Buschardt and Rickly provide an intense and cathartic release.
Geoff Rickly, in praise of Sharkswimmer, states, "The band rules. People need to take note." His collaboration with the band on this track indeed adds a vital element to an already standout piece, resonating with raw emotion and intensity.
"Serenity" as a whole is a stunning full-length effort that drips with personality. It invites listeners on a poignant journey through the wreckage of dysfunctional relationships and the process of rebuilding a wounded heart. With additional contributions from Vinnie Caruana, the album is out now via Really Rad Records, firmly establishing Sharkswimmer as heirs to the alt-rock throne.
In a music landscape filled with imitations and pretenders, Sharkswimmer's authenticity shines through. Their blend of aggression, melodic hooks, and disarmingly earnest lyricism sets them apart, securing their position as a band to watch in the creatively rich period of guitar music. "Serenity" is more than an album; it's an immediate and arresting affair that cements Sharkswimmer's status in the alt-rock realm.
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