German-Australian noise rock/post-punk unit Heads release their second full-length, Collider, via Corpse Flower Records.
With “Collider”, the trio manages to evade all the pitfalls of the proverbial sophomore slump. These ten songs carry an atmosphere of restrained anger and maturity, capturing a somber narrative that continues to resonate and leave the listener pondering.
“Collider” listens like a trudge through inhospitable badlands with each song starting as if it was always there, and you just walk into the music at hearing distance. Having members spread out over the globe, the Heads collective adjusted their writing and recording process to accommodate work schedules and extended family visits.
On top of this, “Collider” features a string of guest musicians who infuse the record with extra fresh sounds. Kevin Whitley (Cherubs) joins the band on “Smile”, while Luc Hess (Kunz, Closet Disco Queen, ex-The Ocean) lends his incredible drumming to “Youth” and “To Call And Let It Ring”. Emilie Zoë (solo, Autisti) and Fabian Bremer (Radare) bring the haunting qualities of their musicianship to “Wolves at the Door”. All of this is held together by an impeccable mix and mastering of the one and only Magnus Lindberg (Cult Of Luna).