With an extensive dazzling discography The Birthday Massacre continue to conquer our hearts with their unique blend of 80’s electronica and darkly enticing melodies that is destined to spellbind you once again with the latest full length “Diamonds”.
Listening to “The Sky Will Turn” you will fall in love with the bewitching power of the atmospheric synths that gently surround the cool guitar phrases and Chibi’s comforting voice guiding you into a violet tinged dreamworld.
The title track is meant to shine in the dark with a cinematic approach full of detailed atmospheric waves that feel like a darkened lullaby and the soothing vocals certainly amplify the resulting ethereal vibes.
On “Run” the synths are extremely dominant delivering addictive electro beats that spice up the understated atmospheric layers and trigger a darkly danceable rhythmic ensemble intensified by the somber guitar tones.
“Crush” makes you wanna cry but also makes you feel good as the atmosphere brings some borderline sinister nuances naturally enhanced by the darkened groovy guitar work while the calm bittersweet vocal harmonies add a delightful romantic flair.
The band’s signature style flourishes throughout “Mirrors” as the industrial oriented synths influence the gritty guitar riffs generating an irresistible groovy and significantly heavier momentum that ultimately leads to a rather passionate chorus.
The emotional gravity of “Parallel World” feels like a midsummer night’s dream amplifying the peaceful energy of the electronic elements and the radiant guitar work that creates haunting melodies yet also adds lovely crunchy riffs to ensure a memorable rhythmic momentum.
The Birthday Massacre have always released catchy inspiring music in fact you can listen to each album without skipping a song and “Diamonds” continues to evoke the gorgeous darkness that characterizes the band’s artistic evolution with captivating soundscapes and sincere emotions.