Asheville’s dark post-punk standouts Secret Shame didn’t waste any time following the vinyl release of their acclaimed album Dark Synthetics, announcing a new 7” shortly after (Bandcamp pre-order).
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Their dreamy first single “Dissolve” that came out last month has easily been their most acclaimed to date, and now its B-side “Pure” is coming out on the 28th. “Pure” might show Secret Shame slowing down and entering more melodic territory, but the song remains grim, focusing on the frantic delirium of toxic relationships.
Through the chiming melodies and relaxing rhythms, there’s a blind calmness as indecisive lyrics battle with mental health. “Pure” is a fever dream. Diving into themes of paranoid delusions, graphic imagery, and beauty, Secret Shame explores trauma and overcomes it, all the stronger.
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