LISTEN: Soft’s “Blame” Is Unpredictable Post-punk With Explosive Tendencies

Soft is an alternative rock quintet from South London, known for their noisy textures and unforgettable stage presence. Their shows are so energetic that one was almost shut down within minutes. So far, Soft have sold out several chaotic gigs at the Windmill and other London venues, featured on BBC Radio 6, and supported the likes of Fat Dog and Deadletter. 

“Blame” is the latest single from Soft, but to simply call this a single would be a great disservice to the cosmic, sonic journey contained within these four-and-a-half minutes. There is an eerie beauty to the band’s latest that leaps out as soon as you press play, washing over the listener in alien-like textures, but that’s just the beginning. “Blame” takes many forms throughout its runtime, highlighting the intricacies that make this band so memorable. What starts as an aggressive ambiance slowly transitions into a cacophony of distorted bliss and fuzzed-out fun, only for Soft to slow things back down. This wavy structure allows every moment of “Blame” to be felt, but also emphasizes the importance of every move made, proving that Soft is always one step ahead, even of themselves. “Blame” is an off-kilter look into the wonderfully unpredictable world of Soft, a band hellbent on creating something they can call their own.