Review / 200 Words Or Less
Longwave
Secrets are Sinister

Original Signal (2008) — Sean K.

Longwave – Secrets are Sinister cover artwork
Longwave – Secrets are Sinister — Original Signal, 2008

So much going on here it's hard to know where to begin. But if you like bands that prefer atmospheric overlays on their songs versus sparse settings, this band is for you. Fans of The Church and Echo & The Bunnymen will most likely appreciate the sonic depth presented here. "No Direction" should be a hit, I'm surprised I haven't even really heard it on satellite radio yet. But "The Devil and the Liar" and "Eyes Like Headlights" are also very impressive. You may wake up in a cold sweat late at night humming one of these songs, but it will feel alright. Then plan to go see Longwave live - they deliver the goods.

5.5 / 10 — Sean K. • May 27, 2009

Longwave – Secrets are Sinister cover artwork
Longwave – Secrets are Sinister — Original Signal, 2008

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