If you were like me and thought “Osiris at the Large Hadron Collider” by Erotic Secrets of Pompeii was an infectious, fist pumping, head banging jam, then you’ll absolutely love, love, love the second single, “The Wheel, The Spade, The Stars in Motion” from the band’s forthcoming album Mondo Maleficum (January 25).
My first thought when hearing the song was goddamn how is it possible that Thomas Hawtin (vocals), Tom Hackwell (guitar/synth), Sean Jones (guitar), Julian Port (bass), and Jake Cheesman (drums) created another banger just as fantastic if not more than the first!?!
But it is not only possible, it’s been done.
With “The Wheel, The Spade, The Stars in Motion,” the band has raised their own bar of excellence. Building upon the mischievous charm introduced in “Osiris at the Large Hadron Collider,” the song outshines its predecessor with its irresistible rhythm and rousing energy.
Loaded with intriguing guitars, succulent basslines, and pulsing drums, the song’s magnetic allure is that it caters to those who prefer a groovy dance floor and to those who crave a lively bounce through a pit. With it’s infectious hooks and the insanely catchy vocal tones of Thomas, “The Wheel, The Spade, The Stars in Motion” shows off the undeniable charisma and musical prowess of the band.
To experience “The Wheel, The Spade, The Stars in Motion” is to surrender to the magic of Erotic Secrets of Pompeii. To experience the magic of Erotic Secrets of Pompeii is to dive head first into a sensational and exhilarating musical journey that will only leave one wanting more.
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Single cover art by David Sausins, Xipe Totec idol designed and created by Abject Objects.
