Fun. Not necessarily a word one would associate with the Post-punk genre. Yet it is something that Chicago, IL, double-bass duo Bellhead generously injects into the their newest release "Good Intentions". Equal parts brooding and upbeat tempos, the six song EP brings a different energy to a genre notorious for its downtempo gloominess. The fun begins with the opening track "Bad Taste", which, long after listening, still sticks around in my head as a most infectious earworm. Not that I'm complaining, as the simple chorus is damn fun to sing along to. Ivan's growling monotone is complimented perfectly by the melodies that Karen sings over the massive din of the dueling bass guitars. Over 21 minutes in length, songs like "Valentine" and "Apathy" keep the flow of noise strong, finally ending in the closing track "Drug Store Keri". Bellhead's sound really invokes some of the more obscure bands of the Post-punk genre, like Red Lorry Yellow Lorry, but have a uniqueness that is hard to even compare, as it is completely their own. The most amazing part of their sound is that there are no guitars, yet they are able to create so many different soundscapes using only their basses and some choice effect pedals. If you haven't heard of Bellhead yet, you are truly missing out one of the scene's most unique acts.
Standout Tracks: "Apathy" and "Bad Taste".
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