Nicole Brice
Jul 18, 2025
Cinder’s new song blurs the lines between shoegaze, industrial, and grunge.
UK-based band Cinder has returned with their latest release, 'Breathing,' a magnificent song filled with fuzz and distortion that is sure to captivate you. This track creates an alternate universe where, if Robert Smith had founded Deftones, the result might resemble this sound. Still, in all honesty, it reminds me more of what might happen if Catherine Wheel and My Bloody Valentine had a musical collaboration, with a touch of Nine Inch Nails added to the mix. Truly, Cinder’s new song blurs the lines between shoegaze, industrial, and grunge.
‘Breathing’ is a slower track, but everything about it resonates. The spoken word section, which begins around 2:07, enhances the melancholic vibe before the song transitions into a glorious, fuzz-filled guitar solo. It then returns to the chorus.
As I listen to 'Breathing,' I can envision a backdrop behind the band performing the song, complete with psychedelic visuals to accompany it. This is one song you need to check out now—it's that good.
In keeping with the spirit of the band's previous release, ‘Impermanence,’ this new track showcases Lewis's talents as he expertly handles the vocals, synths, and overall production, creating an immersive soundscape. Cal plays lead guitar on this track, except for the outro, where both Daniel and Cal play rhythm guitar, with Zach on drums.
‘Breathing’ is a living entity you need to enjoy with headphones, so stream it now.
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