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Having already cut their teeth in various bands across Eastern Pennsylvania these last few years, US trio Ghost Wounds are certainly looking to make some serious noise with their latest venture. Exploring a heady mix of anthemic alt-rock textures with a distinctly progressive edge throughout, the band have spent much of the last few months developing and cultivating their vibrant direction. And without looking to waste any more time, they are now bringing that intensity to the rest of us with their brilliant debut EP 'Slow Apocalypse'.

With a title a reference to the slow-moving natural and social disasters currently plaguing the world stage, 'Slow Apocalypse' aims to highlight the darkened despair these events have begun to take on us. With a riveting grunge-inspired production that perfectly heightens the visceral intent of their newest collection, these three new offerings make for some wonderfully immersive listens. Brimming with a raw and unbridled energy from start to finish, Ghost Wounds are certainly looking to kick off with an almighty bang here.

It may be their only piece of new material so far, but it's already clear exactly the kind of impact this three-piece are looking to make. Creating some brilliantly bold and euphoric offerings to kick things off, 'Slow Apocalypse' is exactly the kind of soundtrack we need as the world gradually burns.