Rosebud LP

On Current Joys' "Rosebud LP," Nick Rattigan boldly breaks from Secretly Canadian, self-releasing a concoction of nu metal, slowcore, and darkwave that feels unshackled. This album strikes a discordant balance, pairing anthemic hooks that shimmer through layers of static with punk chord progressions that feel digitally contorted. It's a maximalist ride that doesn't shy away from moments of surprising tenderness, revealing the artist's knack for contradiction amidst the chaos.