Bellhead – Threats (Digital/CD Album – Oppressive Sky Records)
Bellhead is a male-female duo from Chicago (USA). They’ve released a number of songs over the past few years and returned this year with a new album.
They describe themselves as a Post-Punk duo, though I’d add some nuance to that label. While there are clear elements reminiscent of Post-Punk and Dark-Wave, there are also hints of Gothic atmospheres, all delivered with a raw, Industrial edge. On one of the tracks, I even detect a touch of Marilyn Manson’s influence.
In addition to the five original songs, the release also features remixes by Stabbing Westward and Clubdrugs. The first one, in particular, delivers a boosted remix featuring some Acid-style sequences.
Not groundbreaking, but certainly commendable. (Rating:6½).
Listen to “Bad Taste – Stabbing Westward Remix”:
https://bellhead.bandcamp.com/track/bad-taste-stabbing-westward-remix
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