Bell Barrow – Saltire [Saccharine Underground]

Bell Barrow, the solo project of Jeremy Moore, returns with Saltire, a conceptual album that delves into generational curses and the complexities of the human psyche. This 70-minute instrumental work evolves from the raw fury of CoreCore Pulp, showcasing a more contemplative approach through free improvisation. Moore captures a visceral authenticity, using sound to express deep themes of violence, abuse, and addiction without the need for vocals.

Given the album’s focus on instrumental storytelling, how do you think music can effectively convey complex emotional narratives without words?

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