The self-described 'future-facing punk' trio Nexus_0 finally released their debut EP "Sweat" a couple of weeks ago, via London-based label Biodiversity. After playing a string of gigs all over London (and beyond) throughout 2024, the band managed to work on this four-track release as well. The opener, "Green Dynamite", is an adrenaline shot from start to finish, filled to the brim with their unique sound that injects '90s rave energy into the IDGAF attitude of punk-electronica and post-industrial sound design, leaving scorched earth behind. "Part-Time Lover" takes the foot off the gas a notch, and incorporates singing towards the end, nicely contrasting with Sam's shouty vocals. "Gray" is the most surprising cut on the EP, a synth-opera of sorts. I'm not entirely sold on it as part of the story "Sweat" tells sonically. I covered "Pure Luv" a good few months ago, but it’s still a sick track and complements "Green Dynamite" perfectly. Overall - super eclectic introduction by a band that can seriously stir some shit on the scene.
Buy "Sweat" on Bandcamp here, and stream it down below.
