Galactopus by ARSON WHALES: Album Review

by Gabe Finch July 18, 2023

July 18, 2023

Galactopus by ARSON WHALES: Album Review

Prepare to be engulfed in a cosmic sonic experience as Arson Whales unleash their latest album, “Galactopus.”

From the very first track, “Monkey Jar,” Arson Whales sets the stage with industrial and urban shimmering guitar lines that create a mystical atmosphere. The heavy bass adds depth and intensity that perfectly complement the soaring vocals, creating an ethereal and captivating sonic landscape.

As the album progresses, the third track, “Gray Dorain,” takes center stage with its swirling vocals and choppy beats while the bustling drums and funky beats give the song an irresistible addictive notion.

We pass through other eerie and distorted sounds in the cosmic jangly jungle. It’s the last track, “Blackhole,” that holds the floor with Arson Whales’ dynamism. The higher frequency of the synth beats and percussion creates an electric and vibrational quality that pulses through the song. The vocals flow steadily and silkily, carrying the listener along on a racing journey. The layers of vocals swing and soar, pronouncing “blackhole” breathily, evoking an unmatched sonic aestheticism and leaving a lasting impression.

Arson Whales’ “Galactopus” is a celestial journey through an alt-rock dreamscape. Each track is a cosmic adventure, inviting listeners to explore the depths of their imagination. The jangly instrumentals add a touch of whimsy and playfulness to the atmospheric heaviness. This adventure can’t be experienced without listening to each of them with concentration. So strap yourself in and prepare to be swept away by the captivating allure of Arson Whales’ “Galactopus.”