They're clearly putting something in the water in Dublin these days. For Fad, the debut album from Silverbacks is just the latest frothing, urgent punky racket to drop off the production line following similar recent missives from the likes of Fontaines D.C. and The Murder Capital.
Fad by no means disgracess itself in this distinguished company. It's an accomplished and varied record, certainly not lacking in self belief. One moment agitated and furious, the next reflective and detached.
The fact that songs alternate between a male and female vocalist helps matters to. This is certainly not a predictable record. Nor is it a comfortable one. I always got the sense that a major detonation was imminent.
It may take a few listens for the tunes to fully flower in your consciousness but I get the impression that it should be worth the effort.
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