It doesn’t take long to understand what’s in store for the listener in ‘The Chelsea, At Night’. Introduced by an extremely fuzzy, grainy and sleazy guitar tone, the track is particularly clear about the chaotic and alternative brand of rock it seeks to represent. King In Yellow is the talented band behind such sonic intensity, perfectly delivered through fast-paced drum grooves and never-ending riffs.
Defining themselves as a post-punk outfit, the NY State-based group finds a convenient path towards artistic freedom; not closely following any pre-set genres, they pursue their own stylings, being pretty good at it, too. ‘The Chelsea, At Night’ is the strongest evidence of it. A solid record, the track is sharp, evocative and noisy, while managing to remain catchy and relatable. We are particularly in awe of King In Yellow’s signature brand of messy distortion. Hard-hitting, yet quite mellow and elegant.
Lyrically, ‘The Chelsea, At Night’ takes a cue from urban decay and public sector mismanagement, exploring a fictional tale of a city (Chelsea) being neglected by its government. A theme that many – especially in the US – will easily relate to.
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