Hesse Kassel - Morir Saltando (2026)


Hesse Kassel throw progressive rock, jazz, noise, post-hardcore and spoken-word theatrics into Morir Saltando. The musicianship is clearly impressive, and the album has a few spectacular peaks, particularly when the saxophone and guitars build towards its heavier climaxes.

Unfortunately, the band constantly tries to do too much. Most tracks are overloaded with sudden changes, extended instrumental sections and dramatic vocals. Some transitions feel natural, but others seem included mainly to prove how unpredictable the band can be. The technical complexity gradually becomes exhausting, while memorable melodies are relatively rare.

There is enough personality and genuine intensity to keep the album interesting, but its ambition is more convincing than its execution. Morir Saltando is bold and occasionally excellent, yet too uneven, theatrical and structurally messy to fully reward its demanding running time.

Pros

Excellent musicianship
Strong and distinctive intensity
Several spectacular instrumental climaxes

Cons

Overloaded and exhausting compositions
Too few memorable melodies
Theatrical vocals and forced transitions





Genre: Experimental Rock
Country: Chile

Final Verdict: 65% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 201th / 580

Highlight: Pornomiseria


Made me think of:
Black Country, New Road
Maruja
black midi

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