The House Flies are a post-punk and dark alternative band from Moline, Illinois, bringing together elements of goth rock, shoegaze, grunge, and melodic guitar music. Their sound carries a darker edge while still leaving plenty of room for melody and atmosphere. The band has steadily built its identity through releases like ‘Mannequin Deposit’ and ‘Sweet Foxhound’, developing a style that feels rooted in alternative guitar music without sounding stuck in one particular genre. Let’s witness their magic in ‘Derelict Crawl’.
“‘Derelict Crawl’ carries a beautiful darkness that pulls you deeper with every note.”
‘Derelict Crawl’ wastes no time getting straight into action with a steady post-punk rhythm and intense guitar work. The guitars steal the spotlight with their hypnotic quality, but they are balanced really well with the quieter sections. I really like how gritty and grounded the track feels. The House Flies balance the rhythm and vocals beautifully, creating a slightly dark, restless feeling that makes you want to keep listening. Give the track a listen because this is just the beginning that leads to an entire album, ‘Lions and Ore’, that awaits even bigger surprises.
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