Post-shoegaze group, Sunstinger, have just dropped their second EP on 12th July. The band originated in Dunfermline, breaking into the shoegaze genre with a pleasant balance of familiarity and something undeniably theirs.
Their latest EP, Worthless, touches on isolation, the feeling of being trapped, and the want for something better that never comes. While their lyrics are pushing out of their city, their music has already spread much further and washes over the hearts and souls of like-minded shoegaze listeners.
Worthless, like their other music, pays homage to the likes of Slowdive and The Jesus & Mary Chain, with an additional tinge of uniqueness that only Sunstinger could bring.
The EP kicks off with titular track Worthless, a song, which the name suggests, is coated thick in self-loathing and loneliness as Taylor Wright (vocals, guitar) sings “I’m worthless […] come help me”.
Worthless transitions to Sink seamlessly, a track with more upbeat music and classic shoegaze reverb vocals. The feeling of despair and isolation remain a heavy blanket over this track, keeping in with the overarching themes of the EP.
Taylor co-wrote this EP with the band’s newest member, Dave McCulloch.
“This EP is different to us. Instead of me having full control David McCulloch came in and helped me in the writing process and the band chipped in to give it the Sunstinger sound. It has brought a new flavour to the band, it’s a bit heavier,” said Taylor.
Heavier indeed, as Death Is keeps the frosty mist of isolation with soft vocals and rough guitar – a perfect mix of anger and sadness.
Sunstinger end this EP with Endless June. Clocking in at more than seven minutes, it is the longest track on Worthless. Endless June is the perfect end to this EP, packing in everything the shoegaze genre has to offer with the unique sound of Sunstinger.
This EP will undoubtably act as a comfort for many – it’s a beacon of hope and reassurance for those going through dark moments in their lives, reminding them that they are not alone.
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