Plunge into the electrifying abyss of Western Violence, the latest auditory odyssey from the enigmatic minds of Detroit’s VAZUM released June 6th, 2024. Nine months in the making, VAZUM meticulously crafted the album drawing inspiration from their experiences while touring the Southern US and abroad in the UK and France. Consisting of Zach Pliska (vocals, guitars, drums) and Emily Sturm (vocals, bass) the duo wrote and produced the songs together aspiring toward a shared vision of hauntingly beautiful and powerful music. Western Violence is available on vazum.bandcamp.com for pay what you want download and CD purchase in addition to all streaming sites.
Track list
1.Western Violence 04:18
2. Breach 03:40
3. Alien 04:42
4. Embryo 04:19
5. Get Out 05:27
6. Stellium 04:38
7. Blush 05:09
8. Done 05:28
9. Acteur 04:49
10. Exile 02:51
11. Nightshade 04:15
12. Precious Ones 03:12
With a fusion of raw energy and unapologetic satire, each track serves as a mirror reflecting the tumultuous landscape of contemporary America. Dive into the depths of alternative post-punk, where pulsating rhythms collide with piercing lyrics, beckoning you to confront the chaos with open ears and open minds. This is more than an album; it’s a manifesto for the disillusioned, a rallying cry for the restless souls seeking truth in the midst of the madness. Get ready to be shaken, stirred, and ultimately transformed by the sonic revolution that is Western Violence by VAZUM.
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