Cosmopolis, the International trio of post-punk rockers (With members hailing from Belgium, Australia and England) have recently returned with their latest single “Parasite”, a track that doesn’t just “inhabit a uniquely dark and enigmatic space along the musical spectrum; they revel in it.”
The track taps into a dark leaning meditative proggy rock space that taps into a melancholic sensibility and slow-burn atmosphere that slowly but surely expands into an emotive sensibility that feels larger than life.
Speaking on “Parasite” the band adds:
“On the surface this is a tale of obsession and a dysfunctional relationship, but in Cosmopolis’ new song ‘Parasite’ it’s never clear if the parasite is the external malevolent presence or the internal self-destructive urge. As frontman Gavin reveals “maybe it’s both at the same time. And maybe living in Australia, I see the dark side of nature, so it seemed like a good way to approach obsession and self-destruction”. The track builds to a searing climax which combines elegiac beauty with violence and chaos.
This song is part of that tradition of contrasting disturbing lyrics with beautiful instrumentation. It can be compared to Atmosphere by Joy Division, Femme Fatale by the Velvet Underground, The Bed by Lou Reed, maybe some things by Nick Cave.”
Enjoy a listen to “Parasite” now below.
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