Hertfordshire outfit Legends of the Seven Golden Vampires return with a brand new full length record that feels like a genuine step forward, and their debut album gave listeners a wildly scattered mix of genres that was fun to unpack, but this new LP tightens the screws in the best way possible. Landing on streaming platforms and vinyl shelves today, this collection centers around a much sharper focus on dream pop and psych melodies.
A massive part of that stylistic shift comes down to Dutch vocalist Ilse Van Der Linden joining the fold. Her voice brings a smooth, melodic anchor to tracks like ‘Come Home’ and ‘BLEND’, keeping the sprawling instrumentation grounded and focused, and the production gives every instrument plenty of breathing room, letting the basslines walk around the vocals rather than crowding the mix.
‘Lost & Burnt’ and ‘To Think, To Heal’ reveal how much care went into every single arrangement. The guitars swirl around steady drum loops and electronic touches reminiscent of Orbital, creating an immersive headphone experience that rewards multiple listens. I really like that the members spent the last two years refining their songwriting chops, smoothing out rough edges while keeping their signature adventurous spirit intact. You must listen to every track and let us know what your favorite is.
Catching them on their upcoming acoustic tour across the UK will likely show these songs stripped down to core elements in a brilliant live setting. Local record store owners are already talking about this release as a high point of the autumn schedule. Until then, grab a physical copy on vinyl or add the tracks to your daily commute rotation. Support independent music by heading over to their social media feeds. Make sure to follow the band on Instagram.
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