Lovesick, the latest album by Tennis System, is a raw and emotional exploration of love, heartbreak, and the human condition. The band's signature sound, a blend of shoegaze, post-punk, and grunge, is on full display, with distorted guitars and pounding drums creating a wall of sound that is both intense and cathartic.
The album opens with the haunting "Shelf Life," a slow-burning track that sets the tone for what's to come. Throughout the album, lead singer Matty Taylor's lyrics are introspective and honest, touching on themes of loneliness, regret, and the search for meaning.
Tracks like "Truth Hurts," "I Was Your Boy," and "Cuts and Bruises" showcase the band's ability to create catchy hooks and memorable melodies, while still maintaining their edgy sound. Meanwhile, songs like "Fall" and "Esoteric" showcase the band's softer side, with dreamy guitar lines and Taylor's delicate vocals.