NewDad - Altar (2025)
Altar is a haunting, atmospheric journey through longing and transformation, where NewDad sharpen their sound without abandoning their emotional core. Julie Dawson’s vocals carry both fragility and steel—at times whispering, at others letting loose in cathartic bursts—anchoring songs that swell from hush to tremor. Tracks like “Roobosh” stand out for their urgency and raw energy, while quieter pieces such as “Other Side” and “Mr Cold Embrace” reveal deeper textures and restraint. The album often leans gothic in tonality, yet it also surprises with moments of brightness and dynamic contrast. In sum, Altar is a bold second chapter: a record of distance, beauty, and emotional reckoning that bridges mood and melody with subtle ambition.
Genre: Indie Rock
Country: Ireland
Final Verdict: 64% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 330th / 683
Highlight: Roobosh
Made me think of:
Wolf Alice
Cocteau Twins
My Bloody Valentine
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