London punk quartet The Fades have returned with “Small Again”, an introspective rock gem that finds the band peering deep within on their latest single. Emerging after their critically acclaimed album “Night Terrors”, “Small Again” takes a more inward-looking approach than their signature, bruising post-punk sound might suggest.
The song introduces itself dynamically with restrained rhythm section work. As the verse plays out, the guitarist gradually pushes himself further to the fore. The playing becomes more textured and emotive, hinting at the depths the song will plumb. The drummer likewise increases the dynamics, his pounding becoming louder. While the bass gives the song a powerful foundation on which to build.
