EP Review: Sertraline – Clouded Minds & Silver Lines (Self Released)

With their most recent single Inside Out racking up YouTube views and Spotify streams in the thousands, Northern progressive tech metallers Sertraline will release their new EP Clouded Minds & Silver Lines on May 15th 2020.

For a word directly from the band, Sertraline lay out exactly what their new EP is all about:

Following the release of ‘Relapse’ last year, the path was set and our musical direction was clear. ‘Clouded Minds & Silver Lines’ reflects our wide range of influences, captures the energy of our live performance and shows how far we’ve come musically over the years. It’s the most challenging material we’ve produced, but with that comes a lot of fun! We’re so proud of what we have achieved. Apologies to Tom’s neighbours who had to endure our practices, writing sessions and demo recordings.

It’s no secret that we are big fans of Sertraline and see them as one of the bands leading the rise of the British heavy underground scene. Their new EP has been highly anticipated, especially following the release of the excellent tech powerhouse track, Inside Out.

Which is the track that begins this EP, the riffs thick and heavy while the vocals equally soar and get down-right guttural. It’s a track you won’t get sick of hearing.

Mean To Me II is less detailed but makes up for that by throwing out some serious aggression and sharp guitar squeals. Something that also really shines on 2205, although more in the riff department again. A layered listen that excites the mind as Sertraline bust out some energetic brutality alongside their trademark highs spots.

Talking of high spots… Screaming for Sleep might be the best track on the EP. Simply by being so damn rhythmic, the drums on absolute fire here and once again, a stellar vocal performance. As likely to open up pits as it will have crowds singing along.

Finally, Isolation wraps up a 2020 classic with one last push of groove, technicality and heaviness. A finale worthy of what Sertraline have produced here.

Sertraline – Clouded Minds & Silver Lines Full Track Listing:

1. Inside Out
2. Mean to Me II
3. 2205
4. Screaming For Sleep
5. Isolation

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