B-Side Guys

In the ever-evolving landscape of indie music, it’s rare to find a band that truly defies categorization. Enter HU3M3N, the Orange County-based quartet whose latest single, “Eat Me Drink Me,” is a testament to their uncanny ability to morph and shift between genres, creating a sound that is entirely their own.

From the opening notes, “Eat Me Drink Me” envelops the listener in a hazy, dreamlike atmosphere. Singer Matthew Bartosch’s ethereal, androgynous vocals float above a moody soundscape crafted by guitarist Wes Geer and the rest of the band, creating a sense of otherworldly detachment that is both unsettling and captivating. The thick, fiery beats and deep bass, courtesy of the band’s production team of ‘Westyle’ & Machine, pulse through the listener’s veins, creating a visceral, almost physical connection to the music.

But just when you think you’ve got a handle on HU3M3N’s sound, they shift gears, morphing into something entirely different. Elements of indie pop, alternative rock, and electronic music blend together seamlessly, creating a sonic tapestry that is as complex as it is compelling. It’s a sound that calls to mind acts like Death From Above 1979 and Arctic Monkeys, but with a distinctly avant-garde twist that sets HU3M3N apart from their contemporaries.

Lyrically, “Eat Me Drink Me” is a enigmatic and evocative, with Bartosch’s vocals weaving a web of imagery that is both surreal and deeply personal. The song’s title, a nod to the biblical story of communion, hints at themes of consumption and transformation, of the ways in which we are all consumed and changed by the world around us. It’s a heady, almost metaphysical concept, but one that feels strangely resonant in the context of HU3M3N’s shape-shifting sound.

Ultimately, “Eat Me Drink Me” is a mesmerizing journey into the heart of sonic experimentation and genre-bending. With their unique blend of indie pop, alternative rock, and electronic elements, HU3M3N have crafted a sound that is entirely their own, a testament to their fearless creativity and willingness to push the boundaries of what is possible in indie music. As the band gears up to release their latest EP, “Strange Bouquet,” in the coming months, “Eat Me Drink Me” serves as a tantalizing glimpse into the strange and beautiful world that HU3M3N have created – a world that is sure to captivate and inspire listeners for years to come.