Review: Nowhere - E.P.

Label: DIY

You're using "AmRep" like any other word? You're calling Steve Albini  the GOAT? And you think that Noise-Rock died after the 90s? Than, this is for you! NOWHERE are a three-piece out of Omaha, Nebraska and they're right up my alley when it comes to the mentioned genre. They feel quite a bit like THE JESUS LIZARD in their prime ("Head", "Goat"), and that's a good thing. The gritty production makes it even more sound like a record out of the early to mid 90s!

The five songs on their debut EP are short in time, short on bullshit, but high on nasty grooves and dark atmosphere. What I do like is that NOWHERE aren't as one-dimensional as other Noise-Rock-bands (UNSANE anyone?). While the minute-long "Fool" really is a fucked up bulldozer in the best UNSANE-tradition, the longest track "Weight" progresses slowly and takes out the noise in favor of some melody and moody soundscapes. That bridge is cool too! The nice groove from "Loose Lip" reminds me of the one in the song "Hi Hat" by the long forgotten Canadian band PHLEG CAMP. That's a nice throwback, especially cause it took me some time to remember. 

Essentially, you know what to do if you're into AmRep, Touch & Go, THE JESUS LIZARD, UNSANE, SHELLAC, CHERUBS and all the other cool stuff from the 90s. This EP is a sincere homage to this time, without feeling like a total rip-off. 

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