Seattle’s Haus of Sound don’t tend to flinch from emotional fire, and on their latest release ‘Pain in My Eyes’, they charge headfirst through the wreckage of heartbreak with synths blazing and fists clenched. Following the buzz of their fantastic genre-blending single ‘Anxiety’, the band returns with a darker, more refined punch- one that trades ska flair for pulsing neon heartbreak.
Built on a foundation of dense electronic textures and seismic percussion, ‘Pain in My Eyes’ explores post-breakup confusion- it lives in it, dances through it, and claws its way out. Lead vocalist Gabrielle Burton is the eye of the storm: unflinching, commanding, and soul-baring. Her delivery swings between wounded resolve and righteous fury, hitting emotional highs without ever losing her grip on the narrative.
Lines like “The poison inside me rotted in vain” vent and cleanse, pulling the listener into a purging journey that feels part diary confessional and part late-night club anthem. There’s a cinematic vibe throughout, the kind that builds in a rain-soaked film scene just before dawn. Yet, instead of wallowing, the band twists the pain into propulsion- think Chvrches with a chip on their shoulder or The Killers if they grew up on Riot Grrrl zines.
With this release, Haus of Sound proves they’re not just a band to watch- they’re one to feel. Loudly. Known for their high-energy performances, let’s hope there is a tour in the works to catch this unique blend of releases. Skanking vibes mixed with arm in the air anthems.