Initially titled ‘REDREDREDRED’ because of the levels of distortion in the original one-take instrumental, The Seed is the second single from Maelstrom and Louisahhh’s forthcoming debut LP, Sustained Resistance.
An origin story dealing with not only creation, but also destruction: a legacy of trauma and survival, The Seed wraps complex themes in pumping, dynamic noise and double-time clacking reminiscent of teeth, fingernails or insects. The gated roars tailing each vocal meet the intensity of the message with harsh grace and gritty joy. ‘When I say stop, begin again!’ the song commands dance floors that no doubt eagerly await this hectic sonic storm from two of the scene’s most delighted upsetters.
lyrics
It’s a little a violent
I hope that you like it
You wanted to hear my song for you
These words like swords they shine for you
They say the truth can sting a bit
I built a life to exploit it
I see the seed
I see the root
I see the wound
I’m coming to
If it hurts
I know it’s true
If i could
I’d feel for you
The willingness comes from the pain
Must i dive in again
must i dig down deep within
When i say stop: begin again:
I see the seed
I see the root
I see the wound
I’m coming to
If it hurts
I know it’s true
If i could
I’d feel for you
credits
from The Seed,
released December 8, 2022
Written, Produced and Performed by Maelstrom and Louisahhh
Mastered by Seb Lorho at Near Deaf Experience
Artwork and Visuals by Mae Ferron
I've always enjoyed Boy Harsher but I don't think they ever really clicked in my brain until I watched The Runner. Now I can't get enough. Gordon Skramzy (Nathan)
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