Review: With See The World On Fire,"The Ar-Kaics return after six years with a thrilling new album steeped in dark, moody garage psych. Recorded entirely in singer-guitarist Johnny's bedroom/garage, the album unfolds as a concept piece exploring the very act of making an album, imbuing each track with a raw, visceral energy. Drawing inspiration from the mod-rocking and blues-blustering sounds of the 1960s, the album exudes a vintage charm while firmly rooted in the digital age. From the slow, Link Wray-esque groove of 'Chains' to the Neil Young-inflected blues boogie of 'Cornerstone' and the Seeds-inspired jangle of 'Dawning,' each song pulses with a sense of hopeless drama and ragged romance. Even the longest track, 'Never Ending,' excites with its grooving basslines, hypnotic rhythms, and fiery guitar solos, building to a brilliant psychedelic climax. See The World On Fire is a powerful example of garage rock that engages and impresses.
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