REVIEW

Debut EP from Japanese shoegaze/alternative rock band BLOOD PICK ME.

Heavy, noisy guitars intertwine with sweet male-female dual vocals, drawing the listener into a veritable cauldron of sensuality. Anchored in alternative rock and shoegaze, the band also weaves in decadent influences from goth, industrial, and new wave, creating a richly melancholic soundscape. For a die-hard fan of melancholic music, discovering this band was nothing short of a revelation.

The members’ identities remain a mystery, but they are poised to become a leading force in Japan’s dark shoegaze scene. Subsequent singles have all been equally outstanding, and the desire to experience their music at full volume grows stronger with each passing day.