Genre/Influences: Dark-electro. Format: Digital, CD, Vinyl. Background/Info: Larva is already active since the late 90s….
Genre/Influences:
Dark-electro.
Format:
Digital,
CD, Vinyl.
Background/Info:
Larva
is already active since the late 90s. The Spanish project driven by ‘
InqUesT’ and assisted by
‘Anoxia’ has already released an impressive number of productions, becoming one
of Advoxya Records’ flag holders. “Mundos Subterraneos” was already released a
while ago, and it’s the latest Larva album to date.
Content:
Larva
hasn’t lost its influences over the years although the global production became
a bit different. I often experienced Larva as the Spanish answer to Suicide
Commando; dark-icy electronics mixed with enraged vocals. This opus took some
distance with the early sound of the band, becoming a more atmospheric
production. There’s a dreamy element hanging over the songs while the melodies
sound like expressing melancholia. The
vocals however remain harsh and enraged. It creates a certain duality, but in
the end it remains Larva. I get the feeling this album is more a kind of soundtrack-inspired
work.
+
+ + :
A few songs from the album remain faithful to the ‘classical’
Larva-sound, but globally speaking “Mundos Subterraneos” is a step towards new
sonic –or different sonic horizons. I like the melancholia emerging from the
melody lines, creating the most intimate Larva-work ever. The band took me by
surprise, revealing subtle and refined sound treatments. “No Soy Yo” sounds
like the ultimate song for an imaginary soundtrack.
–
– – :
The production of the vocals still has this constant expression of
shouting rage. It’s a familiar Larva-element although maybe a bit too harsh for
the music of this work.
Conclusion:
I
never expected Larva composing a sensitive work; even if it remains dark and
tormented, this album has something emotional!
Best
songs:
“My Old Demons”, “No Soy Yo”, “Guilty”, “Vidas Derribadas”, “Gritos Que
Solo Las Paredes Oyen”.
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