Reviews on the Real: Quicksand by Caustic Waves

Following the release of their debut six-track EP, Full Circle, in 2023, Caustic Waves is launching the second chapter in 2025 with a new single titled ‘Quicksand.’ This track serves as the lead single for the upcoming album, Echoes. We actually covered the release of Full Circle back in 2023. You can learn more about it here.

Founded in 2022, Caustic Waves is the musical project of Neil Thomas, a one-man band based in Glasgow, Scotland. Drawing inspiration from his love for 90s and 00s alternative rock, metal, post-hardcore, and grunge, Neil is influenced by bands from that era, including Incubus, Far, Deftones, and Helmet. Neil's music seems to belong to a different time due to its strong 90s influences, but that's exactly my style, and I'm fully on board with it. Now, let’s dive into this new track.

‘Quicksand’ kicks off with an immediate jam, diving straight into the action without any build-up. The intense vocals kick in right away, delivering a solid and refreshing dose of 90s alternative rock, reimagined for the modern era. It strikes the perfect balance: not too heavy, but just heavy enough. If Helmet and Incubus were to merge, this is what it would remind me of. Overall, it's solid rock all the way through, and Neil’s vocals truly soar on this track.

I cannot wait to hear the entire album when it drops in September, but for now, stream ‘Quicksand’ on your favorite streaming service.

To learn more about Caustic Waves:

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/causticwaves 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5YFSnuEccV4gdfzlxKkdu9

Bandcamp: https://causticwaves.bandcamp.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/causticwaves

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@causticwaves

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/causticwaves

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@causticwaves

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