South Carolina-based shoegaze band, SWEET SPINE, have dropped a beguiling single in the form of ‘Darkness’. It’s an impressive track, which sees the young trio honing in on a sound that cements themselves amongst the influences of Nirvana and Deftones, while crafting a uniquely dynamic instrumental that allows a haunting lead vocal to float above. Alongside the single comes a music video that matches its intense energy, with scenes shot in creepy South Carolina locations that range from a misty lake, to an actual abandoned asylum. Keep an eye out for more from this promising, fast-growing band. -Dan Peeke.