REVIEW: Ghost Wounds – ‘Slow Apocalypse’

Having already been members of the likes of Speedwell, Meredith Bragg + the Terminals, Carpenter Ant, Sound of Reverse, and Wondertaker in recent years, the trio behind Ghost Wounds have certainly made their mark on the scene. Emerging from eastern Pennsylvania with an affinity for raw and sprawling guitar-driven anthems, the band are now looking to break through into the wider arena with their immersive debut EP ‘Slow Apocalypse’.

Inspired by a mix of personal and international devastation, ‘Slow Apocalypse’ feels more like a rugged 90s grunge release than anything we have heard recently. Taking that raw and explosive Steve Albini-inspired production to create this riveting direction here, this new three-track offering is a bold and thunderous introduction to what they have been working on. Despite only three of them in the band, they have delivered a release that feels so much bigger and more anthemic at every turn. With tracks like ‘Crossed Heirs’ showcasing some of their more intense aesthetic so far, it feels like the beginning of something incredibly impactful for their career ahead.

While their experiences in other groups have clearly added to the flair and finesse they bring, Ghost Wounds come across as a fresh and exciting addition to the scene. Brimming with these broad and captivating ideas from beginning to end, ‘Slow Apocalypse’ is certainly looking to turn plenty of heads.