Having returned in March with the gently liminal gem ‘Talking Around’, Los Angeles indie/post-punk phenomena Deaf Echo are back today with another hard-hitting, eclectic offering, a piece that’s certainly more measured and nuanced, yet still packing the group’s signature lyrical introspection. Titled ‘Batman’, the record temporarily leaves Deaf Echo’s new and dark wave character behind, finding a worthy refuge in evocative and stripped-back territories.
Built on a wonderfully poignant guitar arpeggio and a series of atmospheric textures, ‘Batman’ gets dangerously close to a timeless rock ballad. Back in the 90s, we used to believe that rock ballads were the best ballads ever. You had this gritty, decadent sound together with romantic and melancholic lyricism, the perfect bittersweet formula. We feel as though ‘Batman’ moves in the same direction, highlighting Deaf Echo’s compositional and lyrical ability. Amir Hammoud is the talented human responsible for vocals and words; we are big fans of his controlled, yet fierce tone, a dynamic entity that feels ‘gently troubled’, as we so boldly describe it.
Guitarist Jesús Omar Lopez complete the duo’s line-up, showcasing restraint and willingness to fully support Hammoud’s three-dimensional, expressive melodies. What more could you wish for? Speaking about the song, Deaf Echo explains: “It’s about pushing a loved one away because you feel as though you’re holding them back when you are together. It touches on personal insecurities and the feeling of still wanting that person in your life, but ultimately letting them go for their own good.”
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