Kinda obsessed with “Mere Slaughter” by Mutes. Their latest single from their forthcoming fourth studio album that will be released on No Sound Records is intense and visceral.
If the adage is ‘like trying to herd cats’, Mutes skillfully navigates that landscape, not only orchestrating chaos but also harnessing the allure of the void itself.
On the song, the band explain,
“‘Mere Slaughter’ was born from a need to write something ugly and dissonant – somewhat of a sonic exorcism. A lament for a society that is slowly eating itself by means of division and gaslighting.”
By recording the song live, Mutes have expertly controlled the chaos of harshness be it in the vocals, guitars, or drums and managed to contain the energy of madness within the three minutes of the track.
There is something disconcerting about “Mere Slaughter”, but the bass riff acts as an anchor, offering a soothing respite amidst the turmoil. It serves as a tether to sanity, a steadfast grip refusing to relinquish control. With the song paving the way for the forthcoming album, it is a tantalising taste of the delicate balance between discord and harmony and it’s an aural experience in how to create sound that eviscerates the soul.
