Post-hardcore quartet Silver Snakes are one of the most exciting recent signees to Bridge 9 Records, a band that combines a driving guitar sound with pummeling aggression and heartfelt yet fraught vocal dynamics. Though their beginnings had more of a metalcore slant, the songs featured in their just announced debut full-length, Year of the Snake (out of March 4th), promise to feature a darker, grittier approach. There still hasn’t been an official single released yet, but judging by a demo they shared on their soundcloud page just a week ago, Secare, it seems as if they’ll be embracing a furious, gruff tone with a slight modern rock tinge that finds a middle point between Unwound and A Perfect Circle. As they prepare for the release of the album, they’re heading out on tour for the next few months, including a stop at The Lyric Theater on January 25th. – Juan Rodríguez
