The Murder Capital - Blindness (2025)
Blindness represents The Murder Capital reclaiming their edge: it’s leaner, fiercer, and more immediate than before, channeling tension into sharp, unrestrained post-punk. The album opens with “Moonshot,” a visceral assault of drums, clashing guitars, and raw vocals, signaling the band’s intent to break free of overthinking. Throughout, they balance moments of atmospheric pause—like in “Swallow”—with blistering tracks such as “Death of a Giant” and “Love of Country,” in which social commentary and emotional intensity converge. James McGovern’s voice alternates between plaintive introspection and impassioned catharsis, especially when exploring themes of identity, nationhood, and disillusionment. In short, Blindness feels like a rebirth: it’s urgent, thorny, and confident—The Murder Capital firing on all cylinders with a sharpened purpose.
Genre: Post Punk
Country: Ireland
Final Verdict: 57% (Forgettable Album)
Yearly Ranking: 635th / 664
Highlight: Love Of Country
Made me think of:
Fontaines D.C.
Idles
Shame
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