If you find yourself compelled to listen to a song on repeat, it often signals something extraordinary. Such is the case with SOFT KILL’s latest release, the Roseland EP. In the often jaded world of post-punk, where repetitiveness can lead to fatigue, SOFT KILL offers a refreshing deviation from the expected. Their new work does not merely avoid the pitfalls of genre clichés; it actively challenges them. And it’s not the first time they did it.
Released on September 3rd, Roseland is a carefully curated collection of three tracks, each deserving of close attention. This EP is not a mere afterthought or a repository for tracks that didn’t make the cut on their 2023 album Metta World Peace. Instead, it’s a great proof of SOFT KILL’s continued evolution as musicians and composers, solidifying their place in the modern post-punk landscape.
The EP opens with “Blood On My Shoes,” a track that immediately sets the tone with its brooding intensity and masterful control of dynamics. Here, SOFT KILL demonstrates their ability to craft a soundscape that is both expansive and intimate, drawing the listener into a world where tension and release are meticulously balanced.
The title track “Roseland” follows, carrying forward this sense of emotional pacing. It’s a piece that quietly builds, layering melodies with an almost cinematic quality. The band dropped a music video for this track and you can watch it below.
The EP closes with “Circles,” a cover of DAG NASTY’s track, reimagined through SOFT KILL’s distinctive lens. This version fits seamlessly into the EP’s narrative, its inclusion not only a nod to influence but a fully realized reinterpretation. Just listen.
For those looking to experience this work in a live setting, SOFT KILL is embarking on a tour that kicks off in Portland, OR, on September 3rd.
Check out the full list of dates below.
Catch the band live at the following stops:
– 09/03/2024 – Portland, OR / Wonder Ballroom
– 09/05/2024 – Reno, NV / Holland Project
– 09/06/2024 – San Francisco, CA / Great American Music Hall
– 09/07/2024 – Los Angeles, CA / The Regent Theater
– 09/08/2024 – Santa Ana, CA / The Observatory
– 09/09/2024 – Phoenix, AZ / Crescent Ballroom
– 09/10/2024 – Albuquerque, NM / Sunshine Theater
– 09/11/2024 – Denver, CO / Marquis
– 09/12/2024 – Omaha, NE / Slowdown
– 09/13/2024 – Lawrence, KS / The Granada
– 09/14/2024 – Chicago, IL / Bottom Lounge
– 09/15/2024 – Pittsburgh, PA / Spirit Lodge
– 09/16/2024 – Philadelphia, PA / The Foundry @ The Fillmore
– 09/17/2024 – Brooklyn, NY / Elsewhere
– 11/07/2024 – Orlando, FL / Will’s Pub
– 11/08/2024 – Gainesville, FL / The Wooly
– 11/10/2024 – Tampa, FL / The Crowbar
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