Boris – 8

As I said a few days ago, I had the distinct pleasure of seeing Japanese rock heroes Boris play live in Chicago at the famed Metro. They blew our minds for who knows how long in ways only Boris can. There’s nothing quite like them. I don’t think they can do anything wrong. They can be all over the map but generally one would say some of their finest work is when they’re at their heaviest.

However this song, 8, sounds like the beginning of an anime show. I’ve heard Boris actually wrote some music for anime at some point. I wouldn’t know since I’ve never really watched it but good on them.

Anyhow, keep your wits as you get through the first part of the song. Do not adjust your speakers. The lo-fi intro lulls you into a false sense of security until the song really gets going. Eventually it builds toward a fantastic solo that makes you want to get in your car and drive into a Speed Racer cartoon. It rules. Enjoy.