If you feel like you haven’t been turned inside out by a song since 1990’s "Facelift" by Alice in Chains, or 1995 when Garbage released their self-titled album, the long wait is over.
On their latest single "Bloom," Sludge Mother combines powerhouse vocals with a deliciously strong guitar lead on a mission to revive the all-encompassing angst of '90s grunge.
The song is both nostalgic and fresh, with vocalist Cami Petyn displaying a mind-blowing vocal range.
Petyn plays to the more melodic side of her repertoire as she belts: "they dried all the rivers, so how can anything bloom?"
In its timeless energy and production, this song fits seamlessly into any mix of heavier rock songs.
The music video is also a callback to the band's grungy influence; sepia-toned and simple, the artistic concept is synonymous with the delivery.
For a group like Sludge Mother, who know how to perform, it’s even more effective than a high-budget narrative video—and for a young band with such a clear perspective, the potential feels limitless.
With a steady stream of releases and plenty of upcoming live shows, Sludge Mother is a band to watch.
