Emotional Damage Wreckage by Nantokanaru: Review
Nantokanaru, the critically acclaimed Japanese-themed metal band goes on a full rampage on their new EP, Emotional Damage Wreckage.
The Japanese inspiration is evident all over it from the cover art to the lyrics of the songs. Their signature musical style is prevalent in this project mixing business attire, Japanese’s children folk songs, and Gogo dancers plotting a fantastic twist that levels up to the forefront of the Czech rock scene. What the band has done in this track with their distorted riffs, emotionally driven dynamic vocals and complex time signature throughout the song, sets them apart from the crowd. Combining djent-y breakdowns with soaring vocals gives the song its modern edge.
There is nothing as devastating as emotional damage. The song reflects upon the anguish of an emotionally torn individual facing solitude and despair within the urban area of Tokyo. Inspired by the intercultural struggles of guitarist Igor Prusa, the story is conveyed through melancholic, introspective vocals and primal outbursts laid over a backdrop of syncopated grooves, classical guitar lines, and unorthodox textures that leave the audience in awe. The Emotional Damage Wreckage EP is the first in a series of new materials exploring the unique perspective on society and culture. Their distinct, exotic attraction stands out in the post-metal scene and luckily, they are getting recognized daily, thanks to their stable discography. If you are a fan of Periphery, Agalloch, Nantokanaru is a name to seek out.
Emotional Damage Wreckage by Nantokanaru is available for streaming on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube.
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Review by: Maxime Cronenberg