“I don’t grow old / I grow unrecognisable”, sings Sprints vocalist Karla Chubb on Abandon. An auspicious opening statement for their second album, All That Is Over, it’s a prophecy that the Dublin noise-rockers fulfil throughout the record. Gone is the self-conscious band we heard on their debut record; welcome to the new era of Sprints.
Once again, Sprints demonstrate their respect for the art of creating an album; it's more than just a collection of singles - All That Is Over is a true body of work. Consistent and cohesive, without being one-note, it has the unique ability to grab your attention and hold it until the very end. Abandon opens the record on an ominous note with a nuanced reflection on change and growth, both internally and environmentally. To The Bone continues with that icy gloominess, building in intensity until it reaches its thrilling, gothic peak.
