Last night on the Wednesday 22nd October edition of Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show, it was set out to be a big night for Enter Shikari. Quoted right now as the "Hottest Record In The World", Zane was given the honour of playing the world premier debut of Enter Shikari's new single: "The Last Garrison".
The post-hardcore experimental electronic quintet from St Albans, Hertfordshire last released a series of three singles creating a three track EP named after one of the tracks called Rat Race in November 2013. The Last Garrison is the first single to be released by Enter Shikari from their forthcoming album The Mindsweep which is set to be released on the 19th of January 2015.
Focusing much more on their electronic sound now, Enter Shikari's new single is much more radio friendly all the while still carrying that unique sound that you expect from them. The heavy sweeps are key to producing classic Shikari and the heavy experimental hardcore influenced parts of the song that we do have are loud, in your face, drum and bass, metallic dubby breakdown bliss. Rou's voice sounds good as ever and his yelling never cease to please. It's very relieving that Enter have kept to their roots despite their new musical taste.
The Garrison is catchy and holds its own with the new poppy, upbeat vibes that shine throughout the verses. The drum and bass influence is very appealing and energetic having you cranking up the volume and maxing out your speakers.
Being only the first release from The Mindsweep, The Garrison has me wetting myself in anticipation for hopefully one or two more singles from the album before the release early next year. Enter Shikari are totally on point and the direction they're taking holds promise for excellence.
You can watch the video for The Garrison right below:
Until next time folks, see you on the other side.
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