Categories: PUNK ROCKREVIEWS

Repeat – Not Enough

Not Enough” is a new track by Repeat, an outstanding Swedish trio. It’s their second single this year, signifying the upcoming full-length album “Rat Race.” It’s also good to mention that this composition is an adequate follow-up to their self-titled debut album, unleashed on all streaming services in 2023. This time, these experienced musicians deliver another slab of energetic, flawlessly assembled, tastefully combined sonic artistry. Arranging catchy, hypnotic, addictive, dynamic songs is the heaviest weaponry in their arsenal, and that’s the case with “Not Enough.” They created a track where many different but complementary music genres collide in a wall of harmonious sound without overwhelming each other. Besides stoner rock, a style that is their primary weapon of choice, Repeat also include some of the vital qualities of punk rock, post-punk, grunge, garage, and indie rock. Their knack for bringing together all these complementary but different styles is more than hearable in every section of the song, so they ultimately succeeded in their intentions to deliver another exceptional track that will appeal to the broader auditorium.

Photo courtesy of the band.

“Not Enough” arrives with raw, abrasive, fuzzy, heavily distorted notes and profoundly energetic beats. Repeat strike hard right from the start, leaving no stone unturned. They explore the depths of the mentioned music genres by emitting tremendous ideas and musicianship from scratch to finish. The guitars play a significant role in shaping such a rich and luxurious sound. You’ll notice how the ultimately fuzzy guitars fulfill the atmosphere with cleverly arranged riffs and chord progressions, serving as an adequate backdrop for the lead vocalist. Just like the guitars, the vocal harmonies are equally important in delivering Repeat’s signature moves. The perfect balance between low, mid, and high notes perfectly matches all the riffs, but it also emphasizes all the segments and guides the listeners from beginning to end. Repeat thoroughly thought about it, so you’ll also notice how everything suits their previous works but also sounds innovative, fresh, and unique at the same time.

This wouldn’t be a pleasant sonic journey as it is without a rock-solid, stable, powerful rhythm section. Like the previous qualities, the band also planned all the basslines and rhythmic structures, ensuring that everything fit and resonated nicely. The equally complex, vividly hearable, warm-sounding basslines pack a punch by offering more than necessary weightiness, clearness, and profoundness while simultaneously binding guitars and drums together. In the meantime, the exceptional rhythmic structures based upon energetic beats, breaks, and fills propel all these orchestrations while keeping them fully in control. Everything sounds top-notch, and Repeat prove once again they’re capable of delivering engaging stoner rock/punk rock tracks that resonate with a listener on a higher level. “Not Enough” is such an excellent overture into the upcoming full-length album, offering everything this band is known for. Their creativity, energy, and power are showcased in every section, so you’ll await their new material with anticipation after hearing this track. 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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