| South London-based moshers AFTER SMOKE CLEARS have released their highly anticipated sophomore LP, Intentions, via self-release, alongside a video for explosive release single “Fractured“. Recorded and produced by Meyrick De La Fuente (Exist Immortal, VEXED, Eschalon), Intentions is a heavy, anthemic and cutting metalcore LP with a keen grasp on melodic brilliance, progressive fortitude and utter belligerence.
“Fractured” stands as one of the utmost highlights across Intentions, owed to its progressive, wide-reaching influences and tendencies. With polyrhythms and time signature shifting aplenty, the track also taps into elements of nu-metal and trip-hop, to craft an undeniably electrifying and dynamic experience.
Discussing the single, the band states: “”Fractured” is a song about struggling with perfection in a world where every detail is scrutinised. A person can be a high functioning individual, yet still trapped in their own expectations, behaviours, and brain wiring.”
The release of Intentions comes following hot streak of singles in “Unintelligent“, “Animal” (featuring Stephen MacConville of Confessions of a Traitor) and “Serenity“. This eight-track LP is a rallying cry; a defiant and emotionally potent metalcore romp that yearns to be heard, and firmly cements AFTER SMOKE CLEARS‘ place as the kings of the UK underground. |
