Indie rock project of Alternative Virtues' new single "After Us" features the multi-faceted singer-songwriter Alon Zilber, and was first introduced earlier in the year. Recorded as a do-it-yourself studio project, "After Us" is an encapsulation of Zilber's distinct vision and meticulous attention to texture, reminding us why his work remains beloved by both fans of post-punk music that feels like getting punched in the face and indie rock everymen.
The song is moody and melodic, and from the opening riff, it pulls you immediately into a dense landscape that's both intimate and expansive. Zilber's singing pours in with a fragility that complements the song's delicate arrangement of guitars that glisten with post-punk filigree, deceptively slight time signature changes, and clouds of atmosphere, speaking to the layers of introspection woven into Zilber's words. There's a tension in "After Us" that sticks, an interplay between grief and relief, and this is a track that requires attention.
The creative aspect of Alternative Virtues is the way it takes personal expressions and makes them universal. "After Us" doesn't simply play, it leaves in the space between philosophy and discharge, giving listeners enough aural insight into Zilber's world that they never feel shut out or lost. The DIY spirit is not a handicap but an assertion of artiness. Here, every note and beat feels premeditated and well-occupied.
With "After Us," Alternative Virtues establishes itself in the indie and alternative rock world not with fancy production but with a dedication to emotional honesty, melodic skill, and a sound that's uniquely their own. It's one of those songs that clings to your head long after you've removed the headphones, proof of Zilber's knack for turning inward gaze into anthemic soundscapes.
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