Cavan's new alt-rock band Muddshovel makes a big splash with their first album, "Little White Hair." The album quickly establishes their identity as bold, raw, and determined to show the rough parts of life. The band creates a sound across nine tracks that blends aggressive guitars, dark undertones, and a deep emotional intensity that remains clear. They may exhibit grunge determination, post-punk nuance, or modern alt-rock energy, but their identity is unique.
"Over the Line," the first song on the album, is a determined-heavy explosion that sounds like speeding up on a gravel road. It is pure adrenaline, a celebration of going beyond limits, outside, inside, and everything in between. It doesn't knock gently; it breaks through the door with force. "Third Time Today" turns into sad folk music, with a muted warning that builds suspense. The band uses unsettling melodic restraint, making the song even more uncomfortable as it combines themes of fairies and doubt.
In "Deep Fried Soul," the shadow gets stronger. This honest and unflinching look at addiction doesn't hold back when it comes to how ridiculous and hopeless it is. "Pity Party" is a sharp attack on emotional parasites that gives momentum a boost once more. It is sharp and completely fed up. The band moves on to "Heading Home," a song that makes you think and feel reflective, but also has a rough edge because of its origins. "Don't Drink the Water" slowly tempts you, with each measure bringing you closer to something you know you shouldn't want.
The title track, "Little White Hair," looks at the end of isolation in a way that is hauntingly clear and stays with you long after the last note. Next is "Cupid Sparrow," an exciting mix of dance and rock that is chaotic, compelling, and a perfect example of the chaotic return of an experience you promised yourself you would never have again. The last song on the album, "No Further," is a strong statement of growth that refuses to go back to those who don't want to move forward.
Devilla Sounds and Martin Quinn of Jam Studios collaborated on "Little White Hair," a mix of guts and precision. No track overstays its welcome, and no emotion that fades. The first album by Muddshovel is a bold, intense, honest, and very original statement.
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