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"The spirit of grunge meets the pain of today, transformed into music. sammy. /REVERSIES presents a new era of alternative rock."
"One-Person DIY Alternative Rock Band(?)", sammy. /REVERSIES.
His debut album LANDFILL features 12 tracks grounded in grunge, alternative, and emo. Raw emotion intertwines with delicate, Japanese-inspired melodies, creating introspective lyrics and a heavy yet dramatic sound that resonates deeply with listeners.
The album carries a powerful message: turning emotions and pain that feel disposable into music and transforming them into newfound hope. Themes of self-loathing, struggle, loneliness, and renewal are vividly explored, reflecting the title LANDFILL while capturing Sammy.'s personal battles and desire for rebirth. These emotions are crafted into songs that evoke both empathy and solace in listeners.
The album opens with the energetic and chaotic "O.A.," fittingly serving as its opening act. Following this is "MESSY DAY," a standout track with raw grunge soundscapes that dive into the struggles of daily life and self-doubt. "Fall Away" stands out with its transparent guitar tones, catchy melodies, and English lyrics that hint at an international perspective. "Dance with the Lost" (Maigo-to-Odoru)combines a danceable rhythm with a bittersweet edge, presenting a fresh take on Japanese rock. Meanwhile, "An Unwaking Dream in the Forest" (Samenaiyume-to-Morinonaka) offers a fantastical narrative, weaving delicate soundscapes with lyrics that leave a lingering impression. Each song exudes a distinct personality, yet together, they form a cohesive and unified theme.
sammy. /REVERSIES invites you to uncover hidden hope within buried emotions through music. LANDFILL is a powerful debut that reaches out to those in pain, offering empathy, resonance, and the promise of renewal.
sammy. /REVERSIES presents a unique style as a "one-person alternative rock band (?)" rooted in grunge and alternative rock. While heavily influenced by Western music genres like punk, emo, and Rock'n'roll, the music also pays respect to diverse styles such as J-Rock and VOCALOID. Despite living with bipolar disorder, he officially launched his music career in 2024. He is open about being non-binary, and many of his songs carry messages that resonate with the LGBTQA+ community, minorities, and those experiencing emotional pain. These tracks often scream out in solidarity, sharing the listener's pain. By incorporating both Japanese and English lyrics, "sammy. /REVERSIES" creates music that reaches audiences both in Japan and abroad.
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