Releasedate:   10-10-2025
Label:  Echozone

Dead Bees In Bourbon are a German band formed in summer 2023, working in the realms of post-punk, gothic rock, indie rock and industrial electronics.

Crystals offers a rich, dark-toned atmosphere combining sharp post-punk rhythms, gothic-tinged melodies, synth pulses and indie rock songwriting. The opening track “Quiet Pulse” immediately presents an immersive soundscape with echoing electronics and a sense of brooding tension. The band moves fluidly between up-tempo, urgent tracks (e.g., “Rooftops Of Zion”) and more introspective, atmospheric songs (e.g., “Song From The Abyss”). Instrumentally the band displays tight integration of drums, bass, guitar and electronic soundscapes. The female lead vocal often sits midst electronics and guitars, giving both grit and clarity. While the exact lineup names aren’t widely publicised, it is noted that the four-piece consists of experienced musicians from metal, gothic, industrial and synth-pop backgrounds.

“Weight Of You”Stands out for blending catch-melody with darker undercurrents. In these moments the band demonstrate a strong command of dynamics: moments of restraint giving way to cathartic surges. The production is clean yet keeps a slight rough edge, preserving tension rather than smoothing it away. “Rooftops Of Zion”is a track with driving energy and aggressive post-punk leanings, whereas “Song From The Abyss” came to notice because of its sweeping gothic-melancholy and layered textures.

Crystals by Dead Bees In Bourbon is a compelling, well-crafted full-length that expands their sound into richer, darker territory while maintaining strong hooks and an accessible core. While it may not dramatically reinvent the post-punk/goth/indie blend, it executes it with confidence and mood. For listeners drawn to atmospheric rock with synth textures and gothic undercurrents, this album offers a rewarding experience.

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