Wolf AliceVisions Of A Life

With Instagram feeds and fashion trends constantly harkening back to aesthetics of the fondly remembered and yearned for 90s, it’s no surprise alt-rock can’t seem to shake its 35mm framed dreams.

On Visions Of A Life, Wolf Alice play the role of eyeliner smudged, ripped denim, Dr Martin stomping 90s kids paying homage to their beloved era, delivering an album that strikes perfectly between nostalgia and modernity.

Shoegazey opener, Heavenward showcases ethereal vocal harmonies that soar over reverberating wall of sound guitars, burning gradually into a Slowdive-esque masterpiece. Space And Time fuzzed out indie rock anthem that transcends the space left between Mazzy Star’s alt pop prowess and The Killer’s stadium vanquishing hooks.

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Sadboy’ scathing lyrical takedown of toxic masculinity cut through to an extended outro, building into a cacophonic grunge swell of distortion and angst. Frontwoman Ellie Rowsell contrasts femininity and the immense power of vulnerability with the aggression of visceral roars and screams, executed perfectly in the sugary sweet chorus melodies and sultry whispers on Don’t Delete The Kisses. Continuing the 90s worship, a serious respect is paid to the Riot Grrl movement with tracks like Yuk Foo igniting a similar spark to that of guitar wielding luminaries like Heavens To Betsy and The Breeders.

On Visions Of A Life, Wolf Alice have proved 90s nostalgia isn’t going anywhere—and that’s a great thing. With the level of aplomb the band have pulled off flannel tinged Jazzmaster tones and cassette mixtape ready lyrical themes, the alt crew will see an enduring future amongst the highest echelon of rock.

STANDOUT TRACKS: Don’t Delete the Kisses, Sadboy, Heavenward
STICK THIS NEXT TO: Slowdive, The Breeders, The Smashing Pumpkins