In the wild, sonic carnival of 'The Wheel, the Spade, the Stars in Motion,' Erotic Secrets of Pompeii, the apocalypse-meets-art-punk maestros from Bristol, UK, playfully juggle post-punk and experimental rock, like a circus act twirling two ends of a frayed rope – think of 80s post-punk band Stump, but with an extra dose of irreverent charm.
Their music is a transgressive feast where industrial vibes mingle with world music, creating a sound palette more eclectic than a potluck dinner. Vocals waltz between a baritone drawl and a manic yelp, doing a musical cha-cha that'll leave you wondering if they're serious or just having a laugh.
Picture this: the tracks shimmy between catchy, groove-based euphony and moments of musical mischief, like a cat chasing a laser pointer. It's an audacious expedition, much like navigating a frayed rope bridge – you never know which step might send you swinging into the avant-garde abyss.
'The Wheel, the Spade, the Stars in Motion' is a wild ride that proves Erotic Secrets of Pompeii is not just a band; they're the ringleaders of a musical circus where chaos is the headliner and unpredictability is the encore. Step right up and experience the humorously apocalyptic antics of this genre-blending extravaganza!
Review by Thomas Imposter