His Father’s Voice – Black Poison Morning (2024)
His Father’s Voice, a name synonymous with a brooding vibe, gloomy instrumentation, and a captivating blend of new-wave and post-punk, has finally unveiled its long-awaited debut album, Black Poison Morning. This eight-track journey showcases the band’s effortless confidence, with each song serving as a powerful narrative layered with evocative storytelling and immersive soundscapes.
Opening the album with ‘The Blues’, His Father’s Voice sets the tone for what’s to come – an unapologetically dark, yet strangely comforting exploration of the human experience. From the first note, the track envelops listeners in a mood of melancholic reflection, drawing them into the world that His Father’s Voice has so meticulously crafted.
As the album progresses, standout tracks like ‘Night Terrors’ and ‘Breathless’ prove why His Father’s Voice is not just another name in the crowded post-punk scene. The songs are catchy, brimming with a controlled chaos that feels both meticulously crafted and blissfully transcendent. Amidst a trend of guitar-dominated Irish exports, Black Poison Morning, emerges as an incredible release, setting itself apart with a purposeful sound characterized by soaring pop melodies, muscular rhythms, and immersive guitars. It’s a testament to the band’s ability to balance the familiar with the novel, making them a force to be reckoned with in the genre.
Lead singer Ash O’Connor’s vocals are particularly noteworthy, delivering a brooding vibe that is as captivating as it is haunting. His voice carries a weight that lingers long after the music fades, leaving an indelible mark on the listener. This is especially evident in the lead single, ‘Interior Decorator’. If this track is indicative of what His Father’s Voice has in store, fans should brace themselves for an era of truly memorable music. The single is superbly written, exuding a sense of self and place within the genre’s expectations, yet with a unique twist that is unmistakably His Father’s Voice.
The album culminates in ‘Emotional Embargo’, a fitting close to a record that confronts the wounds of discomfort with a nuanced blend of resistance and release. The live show, a crucial extension of the album’s energy, tugs at a heavy atmosphere with Ash O’Connor and lead guitarist James Reidy at the helm. The intensity is amplified by Laya Meabhdh Kenny and Cian McGuirk whose moody rhythm section provides the perfect backdrop for the band’s dynamic performance. Black Poison Morning is an album that flips post-punk’s penchant for explosive outbursts on its head favouring a controlled yet potent emotional release instead.
His Father’s Voice manages to carve a niche that feels both familiar and refreshingly distinct. With Black Poison Morning, they not only solidify their place within the post-punk genre but also set the stage for a career that promises to push boundaries and defy expectations. This debut album is more than just a collection of songs, it’s a statement; a declaration that His Father’s Voice is here to stay, and they’re bringing their unforgettable sound with them.
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