Bristol-based HAAL are set to deliver an electrifying, up-close performance at JT Soar in Nottingham on Friday, November 29, 2024.
We first encountered HAAL’s spellbinding sound at ArcTanGent 2024, where their performance immediately struck a chord, evoking echoes of Slint’s brooding post-rock and the angular intricacies of Chiyoda Ku.
After three years refining their craft, HAAL unveiled their debut EP, Back to Shilmarine, earlier this year. The release is a testament to their evolution, weaving together the band’s artistic influences into a deeply realised vision.
Back to Shilmarine is a complex tapestry of despair, cosmic wonder, and personal introspection. Drawing from diverse creative wells—19th-century poetry, video game storytelling, and even short fiction penned by friends—the EP invites solitary listeners to sink into its contemplative depths.
Set against a sonic backdrop that shifts from sprawling, monolithic soundscapes to bursts of chaotic rage, HAAL blends abstract samples with searing melodies to create a world uniquely their own. This is music as an immersive, introspective journey—raw, visceral, and unforgettable.
Don’t miss this rare chance to experience HAAL in an intimate setting.