RXGF Making Waves with album Any Other way
Cheers to what's new and exciting listening, Any Other Way a new album that came out in 2014, by the band RXGF (RadioactivexGirlfriend). This alternative Dark wave group from Seattle is made up with the enchanting and edgy voice of new lead vocalist Angeline Schaaf who also plays keys, the bands multi talented John Morgan Reilly does it all from the drums to the keys and guitar. Matthew Burgess creates magic with percussion, keys and loops. Then there is Jonathan Plum who graces us with his amazing swiftness at the keys, guitar and loops. The way these artists come together and have multi purpose roles proves that this Seattle electro indie band rises to the occasion every time. They sound so authentic and one of a kind, So much instrumental loops on each track with high pitched digital sounds, followed by guitar and drum rifts that don't overbear the track. There's a lot of distorted sounds making it sound dirty and eery. Angeline Schaaf has the voice of a dark angel, especially on the track “Never Felt So Good”. She is the newest addition to the alternative band. It took over a year for John Morgan Reilly to find this gem out from a sea of brooding gals. Her unique style and charming vocals make the perfect fit for RadioactivexGirlfriend (RXGF). Any Other Way is their third full-length album, it's quite dark and chaotic but charismatic as well. RxGF was nominated as Best Alternative Artist for 2014 AIMA, along with their music video for “Sweet Things”. Jonathan Morgan Reilly was nominated for best producer for 2014 AIMA. Current artists that have a similar sound are Chelsea Wolfe, Siouxsie and the Banshees Can't stop myself from indulging in the track “Antidote”. Angeline’s voice is echoing and vibrating all the way through to the end of the song. Some parts of the song sound lullaby like. Her lyrics express the feeling’s of being addicted to another person, where that persons your drug. “How To Make It”, quite simply stated on the title. This song shows the ins and outs of what it takes to really make it big. The lyrics are seemingly educational, stating it’s a price you pay for being a star. There's a lot of distorted voices talking in a few word sentences.
The albums namesake is the first track on this album, the tune is stuck in my brain. Every minute is filled with different sounds, echoing and digital effects howl inside this track. Captivating and dark is where I am at when listening to “Any Other Way”, It's set at the same tone in the entirety and keeps at the same pace. Drums and guitar take its place inside also. I’d say do yourself the favor as to checking them out on their website. This band is so creative and always taking their music to extradionary levels that make your earbuds explode. You can listen or watch music videos on the site, just as shopping for merchandise too. http://www.radioactivexgirlfriend.com/
