[Best New Music]

Bradley and I were writing about this at the same time so I figured I would just combine our thoughts into one review. Here’s what we had to say.

Will:

When instrumental post-rock is done correctly it really is hard to ignore no matter how jaded one might be on the genre. Henry Gale certainly have the formula down but there are subtle variations to the band’s sound that make them seem like a different breed. Henry Gale are heavy but never dark and brooding. Instead the songs are lighter and are full of optimism and depth. Swirling and hopeful, Henry Gale are ushering in a softer and even more nuanced side to post rock. Well done.

Bradley:

Instrumentals for extroverts (or anyone that appreciates a good burrito). For obvious reasons, the post-rock section of my music library isn’t one that I often break out when having a few drinks with friends. Henry Gale’s debut 5 track EP Other Voices is an album that seems to do its damndest to break that mold — almost reaching through the confines of my headphones to mingle throughout the room and meet new people. Comparable in sound to the usual suspects for instrumental RIYLs, especially Giants, Henry Gale stand out from their peers by departing from the customary weighty movements in favor of a more light and playful sound — happy, even. There’s a certain Appleseed Cast feel in many places throughout this EP, which undoubtedly adds to its buoyancy. The flow from song to song is excellent, the tonality is superb — Other Voices was an absolute pleasure to listen to from start to finish.

The EP Other Voices is self-released and available in limited physical quantity from the band, as well as digitally through the usual online outlets. Thanks to Ben Hoffman of Eroica for spreading the word.

Genre: Instrumental/Post Rock

RIYL: Giants, The Appleseed Cast, Moving Mountains

Label: Self-Released

Stay Warm

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