Northlane "Obsidian"

Written by Max Calabrese

Photos by Ricardo Sanchez

Northlane’s “Obsidian” released on April 22nd, 2022 known for “Clockwork” is phenomenal with wordplay and use of synths. I like the combination of the keys giving a feel-good vibe with the vocals providing an ominous feeling in the intro of “Clarity.”

Both mix incredibly well together and smoothly with the transition to the rest of the song. Also, that bass solo in the bridge is a nice cherry on top of it all.

“Clockwork” definitely gets in your head with that chorus. I also love how consistent the synths are throughout the song. I am a huge fan of the intro of “Is This a Test?” With that bass setting up and that bridge being groovy with the chugs and neat wordplay.

9/10 Listen to “Clarity,” “Clockwork,” “Is This a Test” and “Nova”