Bassvictim Unleashes Chaotic New Album ‘PEACE + WAR’

Bassvictim’s fifth album, PEACE + WAR, is an unbridled ride into the duo’s perfectly abrasive sound. Few dare venture into the sonic soundscapes that Bassvictim (Maria Manow and Ike Clateman) effortlessly inhabits. Today, their latest foray has arrived in the form of their fifth album, PEACE + WAR, out via Warner Records. PEACE + WAR is a battle with oneself. It represents the pain we all feel when we’re discontent with our lives or ourselves, and the mental and physical clashes we experience. It doesn’t shy away from stripping those feelings down and exploring them, not only through the lyrics but through the hectic electronic elements. The album is raw, letting feelings take center stage at many points while still delivering a nuanced concept. The album encapsulates the chaotic, frenzied sound Bassvictim has carefully curated over the past three years. The production is tinged with volatility, fluctuating between grating synths and drums while floatier melodies are carefully woven in. Manow’s vocals are erratic, varying widely from song to song. They run alongside the production masterfully, and the London duo’s connection is apparent throughout every aspect of the 19 tracks. Eac...