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METZ

Subtly pushing the boundaries of punk, the Canadian rock band METZ has set a new definition for the genre, which had its influence swamping globally in the music industry. As a unique blend of noise rock and post-hardcore, their searing, ear-splitting sound is a distinctive treat, driven by the intense energy of Alex Edkins, Hayden Menzies, and Chris Slorach. With an unconventional approach to music, METZ is an embodiment of chaos and control, painting a discordant canvas that is both abrasive and tuneful at the same time.

Their music has a visual dimension, which is equally, if not more, intriguing - a true testament to the creativity of modern music video directors. Think of the riotous 'Dry Up' video for instance as an exhibit – an unsettling trip through a world gone awry, which might make you check your drink for hallucinogens. Then there's the 'Cellophane' video; it has the band playing while encased in bubbles, leading many fans to speculate that ‘bubbling’ might be METZ’s new way of practicing social distancing! The videos offer a parallel universe that seems to perfectly complement their aural onslaught.

Walking the tightrope between the monochromatic banality and the vibrant, visceral aesthetics, is where METZ's genius lies. When not in the studio making music, you might just find them competing in their favourite pastime - a bowling tournament; Hayden Menzies, the drummer, ironically cannot bowl to save his life. This goofiness offstage juxtaposed with their sonic intensity onstage, brings their relatability factor up a few notches.

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