Psychedelic Rock from Duel Ferns

Coming out of Brooklyn, Duel Ferns has been steadily making an impact in the psychedelic rock scene, offering a highly original and engaging sound. Founding members TJ Perrin and Nicholas Comaratta, who were previously known for their electronic work as TTilawok & The Space Wanderer, have successfully shifted their musical journey into the rock sphere.

Their collaboration, which began almost a decade ago, has resulted in hypnotic groove sequences, laid down with TJ on drums and Nicholas on bass. The autumn of 2021 saw the inception of Duel Ferns’ unique sound, which they sought to expand by adding new members the following year. Guitarist Atedhe “Rex” Rexha of Indigo Fuzz was the first to join along with Evan Dice, an electronic musician known for his work under the moniker Secondary Five.

Completing the line up with singer Charity Souza, whose expressive vocal charisma and lyrical flair provided the perfect finishing touch to the band’s shared sonic vision. Released in May last year, their live record Live 2022 distilled their unique blend of post punk and trip hop styles, showcasing the band’s ability to blend genres into something entirely new.

Now bringing us their latest release, they share their debut single titled, “Softer Silence” capturing the perfect snapshot of their electrifying sound via a product of their intense live performances from the previous summer. Drawing inspiration from The Velvet Underground, Kim Gordon and My Bloody Valentine, “Softer Silence” sees Duel Ferns melt their influences into a track that’s at once timeless and innovative, a hypnotic fabric of sound that’s as enthralling as it is haunting.

Setting an eerie soundscape with the dissonant rise of whispered vocalisations and sliding rattle of string textures, the crash of a distorted guitar chord and taps of cymbal usher in a bold rock sound. Gritty lead guitar flourishes ride above stretched feedback before giving way to the soft clean tones, softly rising with a fuzzy crunch to then launch into an anthemic burst of powerful guitar layers and splashing drums.

Floating through a mesmeric verse of hushed vocals and intricate blend of guitar notes and fluttering violin, the energy swells to an all out rock onslaught capped by soaring vocals to deliver a raucous rock experience. With slick ebb and flow and a psychedelic-tinged arrangement, “Softer Silence” serves up a gripping sound from start to finish on a rousing song packed full of twists and turns. With the perfect display of their fierce originality and energising sound, Duel Ferns delivers a single that holds your attention throughout as they continue their thrilling musical adventure.

Listen to Softer Silence below

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