Coming out of Cavan in Ireland, with a sound that shakes across the whole world, rock outfit The Savage Hearts is led by former Strypes drummer Evan Walsh and have made a significant mark on the rock scene with their rowdy and rebellious sound. Blending elements of blues, garage rock and psychedelic elements, the band’s music celebrates the enigmatic rock hero Eddie Cruizer, adding a unique facet to their musical exploits.
Though only formed just two years ago, The Savage Hearts have quickly won over audiences with their thrilling live performances across Ireland, playing slots at prestigious festivals like Electric Picnic, Sea Sessions and Kaleidoscope. Their live shows are indicative of their reputation in the Irish rock scene while support slots for iconic artists such as The Boomtown Rats saw them even share the stage for a few live songs.
Last year, they made an explosive entrance with their debut EP, Bedrock Trax, Vol. 1, followed by volumes two and three. Now, they’re back with their latest release, the split single featuring tracks “Gang War” and “Speed Kills,” released via the Galway-based Blowtorch Records label.
“Gang War,” co-written with Ste Kelly of Dublin indie band Raglans, is a perfect snapshot of their powerful guitar-driven sound. The track has quickly climbed the charts, hitting the top spot on the Irish downloads list and garnering critical acclaim from tastemakers. The song opens with a wail of feedback before erupting into a crunching guitar riff capped by a synth lead. It then settles into an uptempo, grooving rock jam driven by commanding vocal lines and lively drums to craft a relentless slice of rhythmic and raucous rock and roll.
Paired with “Speed Kills,” The Savage Hearts maintain their high energy with another potent dose of driving rock music. This track shakes with bouncy energy, gritty guitar tones and splashy drums as swaggering vocal leads are met by bright call-and-response power pop-style backing voices. Slick lead guitar flourishes and warm organ tone stretches inject the song with even more dynamism, showcasing the band’s ability to create exhilarating soundscapes. “Speed Kills” is a real rollercoaster ride of pure musical energy, highlighting the band’s knack for delivering potent and memorable rock tracks.
As they continue to capture their epic rock sound in the studio, The Savage Hearts are set to go from strength to strength and win over fans around the world by becoming one of Ireland’s most exciting modern rock music exports. This latest release is not just a stunning showcase of their evolving sound but also a promise of more thrilling music to come from this sensational band.
Listen to Gang War/Speed Kills below
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