Like: Loathe, Vein.fm, Fit for a King
Label: Covert Records
Adjectives: Relentless, Raw, Chaotic
Description: Toronto-based SEWN from Canada continue to deliver their signature blend of heaviness and depth, fusing raw intensity with intricate musicianship to create a sound of their own. Their latest three-track release, The Art of Letting Go, maintains a sharp sound throughout.
The opener, Onlooker, portrays the unsettling experience of a person grappling with psychosis, vividly expressing their chaotic struggle and eventual emergence into clarity. The song conveys the protagonist's emotional intensity and fractured perception of the world, as they make their way through disorientation and toward serenity.
Interim provides a brief yet exquisite interlude of classical-inspired melody, bridging the two main tracks. The final song, Truth of Suffering, is another hard-hitting piece that examines the perpetual process of reincarnation, painting a bleak picture of continually relearning life's harsh lessons with each rebirth.
SEWN effectively bridges the divide between weighty and intense through their commanding performance, and their latest release is a liberating and pleasurable undertaking in its brevity.
