First heard: 17 September 2021
Kowloon Walled City is an American noise rock and sludge metal band formed in San Francisco, United States in 2007. They are known for a "deconstructed" heavy sound that emphasizes negative space, slow tempos, and intense emotional tension. The band takes its name from the legendary, densely populated district in Hong Kong, reflecting their themes of urban decay and industrial blight. Their sound has evolved from a more aggressive, sludge-heavy debut into a minimalist style that has been compared to artists like Harvey Milk Read more on Last.fm