First off, huge apologies on the radio silence from us here at Goona
Get Sued. We've been busy beavers - what with Ghost Throats, Sled
Island, mini-tours, 5 bands, labels stuff, one of us is a papa, not to
mention both Andrew and I are working hard on finishing up bands' new LPs -
needless to say, we've had a lot on the go. We haven't forgotten you,
internet. We could never forget you.
One of the best things about Ghost Throats are the surprises. You go
fully expecting one band to steal the show, when every time, you are
surprized by something unexpected. This was Shahman. Two quiet brothers,
unassuming, politely smiling for the early show, until they took the
stage, proceeded with a 5 minute brooding intro then exploding into
shuddering rage. Shahman were utterly galvanizing.
They kind of have a Mare thing going on, except there's something
way more raw here, thus way more real. Polish is done away with in
favour of sheer emotion. They've got that quiet loud thing down (re:
pinpricks until 70 guitars pedals get stepped on, then you're blown
over). Plus, add that something entirely sinister about identical twins.
These 7"s are not too high on the fidelity spectrum, but don't let that
deter you - these jams are big. Fuzzy, maybe - but cathartic and
powerful. Shahman are it. Be sure to snag these at Concession.
~KS
