Messiness is a psych rock band I have always liked. And here they come with the “Eternity Unbound” single. It is the kind of track that doesn’t just play in the background, it pulls you into its world. Messiness delivers a psychedelic single that feels restless, hypnotic and constantly shifting. It’s under four minutes long, but there is a lot happening inside those minutes. The song moves between different time signatures, which gives it an off-balance, almost dizzying rhythm. It doesn’t feel chaotic though — instead, it feels alive. The verses have a tense, uneasy groove that bursts into a wider, more open chorus, before spiraling into a swirling instrumental section. The band blends psychedelia, art rock, space rock and Mediterranean musical influences, giving the track a warm, sun-soaked atmosphere, but also something shadowy underneath. You can hear memories of bands like early Pink Floyd or Soft Machine, but Messiness never sounds like they’re copying anyone. They have their own confident identity. As far as the vocals are concerned, Max Raffa sounds intense and thoughtful, delivering lyrics that explore identity, time and the feeling of not quite knowing yourself anymore. It’s poetic without being vague, emotional without being dramatic. The musicianship is impressive, but never show-off. The guitars shimmer and melt (listen to the incredible guitar solo!), the keyboards add a dreamy haze and the rhythm section keeps the music pushing forward even when the ground shifts beneath it. “Eternity Unbound” is exciting because it dares to be unpredictable while still remaining accessible. It is psychedelic rock at its finest!
♦ 8,5/10
Dimitris Zacharopoulos
