Review by Paul Monkhouse for MPM
Leeds based quintet Catchfly arrived on the scene swinging like a heavyweight, debut single ‘Eve’ an intoxicating blend of big riffs and gothic atmosphere.
Following that up was a huge hill to climb but new number ‘Sleepless’ shows that they’re ready to take on all comers and the accompanying video captures the otherworldly and unsettling feel of one of the most haunting and heartstopping songs you’ll hear all year.
Seen through a twisted kaleidoscope of dark corners and even darker actions, the song captures the gutwrenching spirit of abuse at the hand of a loved one.
This may sound incredibly heavy fare but the gentle instrumentation and Saira Asteria’s almost ethereal vocals give it a light touch that takes the listener by surprise, the whole building to a guttural and fiery climax that’s blessed with a beautifully formed solo and some shattering closing moments.
Like a dream torn asunder with a butchers hook, there’s more drama and passion here than most bands can manage in a decade, the whole grounded in a chilling and confessional reality that scorches the soul. ‘Sleepless’ isn’t just good, it’s phenomenal.
Listen on : Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/track/6dwxyY… Apple Music – / sleepless Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/tracks/B0GY4… Other platforms – https://kycker.ffm.to/sleepless Follow CATCHFLY on : instagram / catchflymusic tiktok / catchflyofficial facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?… linktree: https://linktr.ee/Catchfly_Music
