A Review of “Siren” by The Seas | Review written by Will Brawley of Liars Pacifist Podcast
After nearly a decade between releases, The Seas seem to have honed their craft to the keen edge of a finely sharpened knife. With a nearly five-minute runtime, “Siren” quickly reminds listeners of the band’s essence, opening with an intro so thick in atmosphere it feels like reality might collapse around it. The lyrics resemble a chant, a call to “the sea” itself. But is that the true intent? Are the words a surrender to what threatens to be one’s undoing, or a reminder to remain vigilant in the face of doubts and fears, steadfast in the knowledge that we will overcome? For, as the song seems to suggest, all things eventually come to pass.
“You know I’d kill to reach the ground, and find myself beyond the sea, than to face what lures me down below…”
Hopelessness is also woven into the song’s narrative, echoing the feeling of being trapped in a situation or memory that refuses to fade. The song builds in a way that mimics the ebb and flow of the sea itself, shifting from verses layered in synths and keys to rhythmic, hypnotic drumming that propels a pulsating bass line through the second verse.
As the chorus approaches, the intensity builds until it erupts into a fury of crushing riffs, seismic drumming, and soaring vocals that plead with the listener to resist giving in. Around the three-minute mark, the bridge delivers one of the song’s most triumphant moments, showcasing the band’s precision and effectiveness as songwriters.
In the final minute, The Seas continue their sonic assault, culminating in a brutal scream from vocalist Michael—a staggering display of his dynamic range—before ending with an outro that mirrors the song’s beginning. With “Siren,” their comeback single, The Seas have marked their return with incredible force, crafting a song that demands repeated listens. Truly remarkable.
