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Kim Logan & The Silhouettes – Evil

Photo by Charlie Hills

Evil” is a recently released single by Kim Logan & The Silhouettes, a band based in the UK and France. It’s their first single in 2024, mixed and mastered in London by producer and guitarist Rex Roulette, known for his work with Rival Sons, Bob Vylan, Eagles of Death Metal, KALEO, and Dead Sara. Soundwise, Kim Logan & The Silhouettes embrace all the fundamental elements of a modern rock sound, but you’ll also notice how many different but complementary subgenres found their way into this marvelous sonic equation. There are many sonic ingredients borrowed from Americana, hard rock, classic rock, stoner, blues, soul, and alternative, music, but don’t be surprised if you stumble upon many more on this luxurious sonic voyage. Kim Logan & The Silhouettes use all these additional elements as more than necessary enhancements, accentuations, decorations, and other details that unquestionably uplift this track on an entirely new level, while the band remains loyal to the primary sonic direction. Therefore, these experimentations with many different but complementary styles resulted in a magnificent modern rock song that will appeal to even the pickiest listeners and beyond.

Photo by Lise Lechopier

As soon as you press play, you’ll notice how the guitars reign supreme while shaping such a rich and luxurious ambiance. The reverby, cleverly assembled, flawlessly performed arpeggiated chord progressions reverberate alongside the stunning vocal performance. Suddenly, the band introduces colossal, bluesy, hard rock riffs that fill the room with tastefully measured rawness, abrasiveness, and fuzziness. You’ll also notice how these chord progressions and riffs lurk on one side, while the other side offers themes, melodies, and harmonies. The interplay between rhythm and lead guitar is vividly hearable throughout the entire song, enhancing the listening experience on an entirely new level. Kim Logan’s impressive vocal register commands attention by balancing low, mid, and high notes with such ease. She steals the show by expertly gliding over all the sections, emphasizing and pushing instrumentations on a whole different level. It’s also nearly mindblowing how her voice perfectly matched all the instrumentations delivered by the guitars, so you’ll enjoy this pleasant sonic journey from scratch to finish.

The rhythm section is another trait of this mesmerizing rock ‘n’ roll journey. You’ll notice how the equally complex, vividly hearable, warm-sounding basslines roar right beneath the guitars, offering more than necessary heaviness, depth, and clarity while simultaneously acting as a glue between the mentioned instrumentations and drums. The excellent drumming performance dictates groove and tempo with moderate, well-accentuated beats, breaks, and fills. This particular instrument is also responsible for keeping the remainder of the band in line. Kim Logan & The Silhouettes thought about even the tiniest details and nuances, and their ideas and musicianship shine throughout the entire track. Kim Logan’s commanding voice and The Sillhouette’s masterful sonic and rhythmic maneuvers are surely something you don’t want to miss out if you’re profoundly into bluesy modern rock music, as they represent this sound like no one else on the contemporary music scene. “Evil” will immediately become a staple on your rock playlist. The single is available on all streaming platforms. Don’t miss it!

Djordje Miladinović

Hi, my name is Djordje and music is my passion. You'll probably find me at the gigs, in a local record store, distro or in front of my PC searching for some quality music to listen to. Do not hesitate to contact me. By becoming a Patron, you're keeping Thoughts Words Action alive. https://www.patreon.com/thoughtswordsaction

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