Initially appearing poles apart, one a Norwegian Hardcore / Metal outfit, the other British Nu folk, scratch the surface, similarities appear. While Kvelertak roar in their native language, the nature of the genre tends not to suggest a tiptoe through the tulips or walking on sunshine. The video to "Blodtorst" extolling the virtues of zombies partaking in acts of necrophilia, a more likely lyrical theme.
While perhaps not as extreme, compare "Get Older" by Tom Williams and the Boat, also containing dark and disturbing imagery, "You crucified my daughter so I butchered your son." Perhaps the link between the Norwegian Fjords and Tonbridge Wells, closer than geographical locations would have us believe.
While the two gigs in one evening may not be practical, if you are in the Manchester area tonight, I'd recommend you catch at least one.
I can't choose between the two, so heading to both. First, Kvelertak at Club Academy on a purely personal basis, covering Tom Williams and the Boat at the Night and Day Cafe for Mudkiss.
Fortunately the stage times of 7.30 and 10.00pm mean a gentle stroll across the city, rather than the usual desperate sprint.
www.myspace.com/kvelertak www.tomwilliamsandtheboat.co.uk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0p7ASwmWyx0 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNNZnERbKqY
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