DEBUT ALBUM REVIEW: Holy Tears by Holy Tears

San Diego-based Holy Tears introduces their self-titled eleven-track album, led by Alex Burtson on guitar, Greg Gerardi on bass, and Francis Winfield on drums. Their debut resonates with a heavy, commanding essence of post-rock, delivering a dynamic instrumental journey. Steering away from traditional lyrical storytelling, Holy Tears embarks on a sonic exploration, traversing a spectrum of emotions and ideas across diverse musical landscapes. Each track unfolds as a unique expedition, while collectively contributing to the cohesive essence of the album. The melodic interplay between guitar, bass, and drums underscores the band’s skill in creating compositions that pulsate with impactful rhythms
December 29, 2023
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San Diego-based Holy Tears introduces their self-titled eleven-track album, led by Alex Burtson on guitar, Greg Gerardi on bass, and Francis Winfield on drums. Their debut resonates with a heavy, commanding essence of post-rock, delivering a dynamic instrumental journey.

Steering away from traditional lyrical storytelling, Holy Tears embarks on a sonic exploration, traversing a spectrum of emotions and ideas across diverse musical landscapes. Each track unfolds as a unique expedition, while collectively contributing to the cohesive essence of the album.

The melodic interplay between guitar, bass, and drums underscores the band’s skill in creating compositions that pulsate with impactful rhythms and expansive crescendos. With their foundation deeply rooted in heavy post-rock, Holy Tears‘ eponymous album represents their musical essence, delivering an expressive auditory journey without words.

MUST LISTEN TRACKS: “Hanuman” “Kira”, “Strangers”

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