Release Date: October 31st 2023. Record Label: Self Released. Formats: DD
American War: Tracklisting
1.American War 09:10
Review:
American War is the new single by Psych/Post-Rock/Stoner Rock/Shoegaze Rockers Bear, Man Dangerous who impressed me last year with their excellent EP Unofficial Co-Worker. As the blend Americana, Post-Hardcore and Alternative to their main style of Psychedelic Stoner Rock sounds. The “Talking Heads/David Byrne” influences I noticed on their debut EP remain as direct influences once again but only briefly with Bear, Man Dangerous using subtle creative styles that remind me of artists such as EELS and The Mars Volta.
American War is a bleak and dystopian tale which is offset by superb sounding and highly melodic based Post-Rock driven Psych Stoner Rock grooves with Bear, Man Dangerous not afraid to show subtle hints of Melodic Pop but with a fresh Doomed Out twist. The lyrics are quite bold and can be controversial in places but it’s good to see Bear, Man Dangerous sticking so close to their political views and ideals.
The music can be jangled and chaotic in places but Bear, Man Dangerous have a thrilling STONER based style of their own making which allows the band to play some freakish intense extended jams along the way.
American War is a damn good single and I’m looking forward to the next exciting chapter from Bear, Man Dangerous whenever that time arrives. This is music for the heart and soul which shows a different and vibrant style of Stoner Rock with an aggressive Post-Punk attitude.
Words by Steve Howe
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