Telephone Explosion Canada レコード& CD

Review: Talk about narrative songwriting. Throughout this latest and arguably deepest effort from Deliluh we are introduced to myriad characters, each central to their individual chapter, transitions between artistically diverse songs made smooth through tape hisses, tense string refrains and similar apparatus. The overall themes centre on inner conflict and cross-generational disharmony. In order to bring those subjects to the fore we have atmospheric, cinematic instrumentals like "Falcon Scott Trail", commanding post punk ("Lickspittle: A Nut In The Paste", "Con Art Inc", "Incantessa") and soothing balladry ("Hangman's Keep"). Fans won't be too surprised to hear this - the outfit in question are renowned for their storytelling abilities and exploring multiple directions - while newcomers can rest assured they're being introduced to a troupe on top of their game. A worthy second act to "Oath of Intent", to say the least.