Album Review: Pale Waves Are Goth Love In My Mind Makes Noises
When it comes to music, pretty much everyone talks about love. Pale Waves are no different in their debut, My Mind Makes Noises, by showing love is a constant rattle in your brain, but whether such a noise is a venomous snake or benevolent baby rattle is up for debate. Yet, more intriguingly, the Manchester band are trying to start something new: electro- goth pop.
Aesthetically, Pale Waves is completely distinguishable. They are laced in black: from their outfits to their eyeliner. In an odd way, you can see them in their music. As Heather Baron-Gracie sings through “Television Romance,” “Noises,” and “Loveless Girl,” you can envision her scraggly, black hair and black lipstick. This vision is important in making Pale Waves different when they speak on love because they become the voice of romance for the goth scene.
Pale Waves – Noises
Goth culture was born in the post punk era, which is why it has it notes of rage, isolation, anger, and the general dissatisfaction stemmed from hierarchically imposed depression. These hints swirl in the lyrics of songs such as, “Came In Close,” “She,” “Black,” and “Red,” which encapsulate the emotions sparked from “bigger men” trying to make you feel less. Luckily, Heather has a nectarous voice; squeezing notes as if her vocal chords were made from hanging, black peaches that, when ripened, produce the sweetest juice. It is a strong image for a band that shows relationships can look bad, but true love does feel good. Hence, her voice stands firm as synth-waves haze over baselines and heavy kick-drums to make love feel like a thunderstorm has hit your camping tent; while you thought you would settle into love’s nature, you realize your have to go through a few storms to get to rainbows.
Pale Waves – Television Romance
In rhythmically combining electro pop with a goth style, Pale Waves add a melodrama to their sound that is massively appealing. They come off like an outcast eternally seeking a “fellow alien.” It is a refreshing, twisting notion considering people believe “goths” simply failed to “fit in.” Instead, Pale Waves prove everyone can fit in, but only a few realize its a better life, especially for love, when you make your own space. For More Information On Pale Waves And To Buy My Mind Makes Noises On September 14 Click Here.
Pale Waves – There’s A Honey
