"Chiral," the new EP by Cursing, is a compact, impressive statement of emotion that finds the band in motion, creatively and personally. The EP is almost 15 minutes long and consists of 6 songs forged by change, constructed with patience, honed by real-world experience. "Chiral" was recorded entirely in a friend's studio garage, and you can hear the raw fingerprints of DIY indie rock on it, as well as a band stepping with confidence into a more purposeful and expansive sound.
The title track, "Chiral," establishes tempo with an arresting dance-forward beat that belies the song's weighty content. It feeds on tension, maintaining the equilibrium between movement and meaning as it examines identity in flux. The push-and-pull that continually plays out on the EP gives the project coherence without sacrificing its diversity. "What Is Done" has a thoughtful brightness, with those twinkling guitar riffs, and it's a moment to consider the band's melodic instincts and the EP's central themes of growth and consequence.
"Put It Down," instead, goes inward, dimming the lights and getting moody as it explores deflection, self-confrontation, and the emotional hangover of change. "In Effect" and "High Roads" prove that the band is indeed fleshing out its sound while remaining just as urgent. These songs are lean, confident, and thought-out, reflecting just how much their songwriting and instrumentation have improved during this period of creativity.
One of the EP's best songs, "City Limits," is a melancholy reflection on outgrowing your surroundings, and it's quiet, patient, and highly relatable, making it one of the most emotionally potent songs on the project. "Chiral," in the end, feels like a turning point for Cursing as a record that arrives with restraint and intention, and it reconciles their DIY origins with a new era of confidence. For indie rock fans who appreciate honesty, texture, and growth, "Chiral" is a great release.
