The West Is the Best
The West Is the Best
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

Our Take
Our Take
DEAD HORSE ONE's latest album, "The West Is The Best," is a whimsical journey through dreamy shoegaze landscapes that will have you grabbing your trusty flannel and reminiscing about the good old days of 90s indie rock.
The Paris-based band effortlessly fuses swirling guitars, hazy vocals, and catchy melodies to create a sound that is both nostalgic and fresh. The album opens with the infectious title track, which sets the tone for the rest of the record with its dreamy vibes and infectious hooks.
Tracks like "Season of Mist" and "Boys, Boys, Boys" showcase the band's ability to craft catchy pop songs that are guaranteed to get stuck in your head for days. Meanwhile, the atmospheric "Undertow" and "Nevermore" offer a more introspective and ethereal sound that will transport you to another world.
The production on "The West Is The Best" is top-notch, with each instrument perfectly balanced to create a lush sonic tapestry that envelops the listener. Whether you're a longtime fan of shoegaze or a newcomer to the genre, DEAD HORSE ONE's latest offering is sure to delight and captivate.
So grab your headphones, press play, and let yourself get lost in the mesmerising sounds of "The West Is The Best." DEAD HORSE ONE may be a relatively unknown band, but after listening to this album, they'll undoubtedly become your new favourite discovery.
Track Listing
Track Listing
Delivery & Returns
Delivery & Returns
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About the artist
Dead Horse One
Dead Horse One, the enigmatic French shoegaze outfit, has been making waves in the underground music scene since their inception in 2011. With a sound that blends dreamy melodies, swirling guitars, and haunting vocals, Dead Horse One has carved out a unique sonic niche that sets them apart from their contemporaries. Led by frontman Olivier Debard, the band draws inspiration from the likes of My Bloody Valentine, Slowdive, and The Jesus and Mary Chain, crafting a sound that is simultaneously nostalgic and forward-thinking. Their music is a journey through lush landscapes of sound, where noise and melody intertwine in a hypnotic haze. With a discography that includes critically acclaimed albums such as "Without Love We Perish" and "Crushing", Dead Horse One has proven themselves to be a force to be reckoned with in the shoegaze revival. Their live performances are a cathartic experience, as they effortlessly recreate the ethereal beauty of their recordings on stage. Despite their success, Dead Horse One remains humble and grounded, preferring to let their music speak for itself. With a dedicated fanbase and a reputation for putting on mesmerising live shows, it's only a matter of time before Dead Horse One break through to mainstream success. Keep an eye on this band, as they are destined for big things in the world of shoegaze.
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