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The Mall
Emergency at Everyday

Discos Huelga (2006) Michael

The Mall – Emergency at Everyday cover artwork
The Mall – Emergency at Everyday — Discos Huelga, 2006

The Mall plays post-hardcore with aspects of screamo and indie rock. But the most identifiable characteristic of their music is the use of keys. The have an 8-bit feel at times, and definitely dominate the musical landscape of the songs. Without the use of keys I would say that there is really nothing about these songs that stand out. I suppose you could liken The Mall to a more discordant and mathy version of Murder City Devils. A more current equivalent would be These Arms are Snakes.

6.5 / 10Michael • September 26, 2007

The Mall – Emergency at Everyday cover artwork
The Mall – Emergency at Everyday — Discos Huelga, 2006

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