Hailing from the pulsating music scene of Montclair, NJ, punk/alt-rock/indie band Quiz Show unleashes their latest single, “Super Concrete”, a powerful tune that radiates with raw energy and infectious ideas. Bursting onto the scene with a sound that defies categorization, Quiz Show proves themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the alternative music cosmos. “Super Concrete” wastes no time in making its presence known, kicking off with a sharp guitar riff, loud drums and vivid vocals that immediately grab the listener’s attention. The band’s no-frills approach to songwriting is evident from the onset, and soon they get lost in a whirlwind of poignant melodies. Frontman Chris Matthews’s vocals sound sweet and mellow, come in contrast to the gritty guitars and inject the song with a palpable sense of emotion, drawing the listener into the heart of the music and lyrics. Quiz Show demonstrates an impressive command of their craft, seamlessly blending elements of punk, alt-rock and indie to create a sound that is uniquely their own. The band’s tight musicianship and dynamic interplay lend “Super Concrete” a sense of immediacy and intensity that is impossible to ignore. In an era dominated by polished production and manufactured personas, Quiz Show embraces rough edges and imperfections to create something personal and special. Fans of positive, high-energy, genre-defying music would be wise to pay attention to Quiz Show as they carve out their place in the musical landscape and add their own brush stroke on the alt rock canvas.
♦ 8/10
Dimitris Zacharopoulos
