Review: Peeling an Orange in Just One Go: Library Card turns helplessness into an urgent, dark sound
Library Card explores modern societal pressures and powerlessness on their debut album, Peeling an Orange in Just One Go. The record combines post-punk and noiserock influences to address themes ranging from existential fatigue to the daily fears of women.
Rotterdam-based band Library Card has released their debut album, Peeling an Orange in Just One Go, which explores the feelings of powerlessness and existential pressure faced by the younger generation. Through a mix of poetic and direct lyrics, vocalist Lot van Teylingen examines modern struggles and the trivial distractions society often focuses on instead of significant issues. The album captures this atmosphere with a sound that blends post-punk and noiserock, characterized by driving bass lines and nervous percussion that reflect a pervasive sense of urgency.
The record features an experimental shift in its second half, notably on the track Every Ten Minutes, which addresses the recurring violence against women. This piece uses echoing guitar notes and heavy, droning drums to underscore the fear that permeates daily life. The project stands out for its dynamic energy and insightful songwriting, solidifying the group's position as a noteworthy addition to the vibrant Rotterdam punk scene.
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