The Venus Figurines have marked their musical territory with a powerful and thought-provoking album titled “Modern Paradigm.” This 10-track compilation is a journey into the depths of energetic performances, gripping vocals, and intricate lyrical narratives.
The blast of rock starts with “Holiday,” whose lyrics tell a story of the capitalistic hierarchy gnawing at our necks with the right amount of frustration. From the very outset of “Modern Paradigm,” the quartet has built upon their influences'(Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stone Age, and Linkin Park) thematic energy with their distinctive aura and sound.
The album carries the explosive energy of dualing guitars, the backbone chasing the rest of the musical journey. The proggy guitars riff and blare with relentless intensity, creating a powerful foundation complemented by punchy and dynamic drums creating the classic vision of rock in fusion with shoegaze.
Collapsing with a thoughtful narrative on leaving relationships with “Changing Tides,” “Modern Paradigm” presents us with the essence of rock.
The cover art, featuring the iconic Venus de Milo sculpture, gets behind the album’s concept with the alluring beauty of her tragedy, striking the match like poetry. This motif of embracing humanity’s flaws resonates throughout the album’s exploration of love and human connection.
At the forefront of this musical landscape is a voice, hazy, full-throttled, and powerfull. With the lead vocalist’s delivery as the album’s conduit, “Modern Paradigm” is explored with vibrant energy.
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Review By: Naomi Joan