Vol.II
Vol.II is strange guitar music with a surprisingly direct appeal. Angine de Poitrine use repeating guitar and bass loops, tightly connected drums and melodies that sit outside familiar rock tuning. The result can seem complicated on paper, but the main invitation is simple: follow the rhythm. This duo are at their best when their unusual ideas still make the music move.
Khn de Poitrine handles the guitar and bass parts, building patterns for Klek de Poitrine's drums to work around. The loops give each piece a steady base. What happens above them is much less predictable, with accents and phrases making a familiar pulse feel briefly unfamiliar. There is a playful quality to the exchange, and the strength of the partnership matters more than the novelty of the setup.
Fabienk starts with an odd, restless figure before settling into a groove that gives the piece a clear pull. It is a useful introduction to an album that keeps finding new movement inside repeated parts. Mata Zyklek maintains that momentum, while Sarniezz gives the bass and drums a particularly active role. The music has enough character to work without the band's striking costumes beside it.
Utzp takes a more bouncy route, with a strong melody and a guitar passage that becomes increasingly lively in its second half. Yor Zarad also builds across two contrasting sections, showing how closely the musicians can change direction together. Angor brings the record to a firm finish, with a more straightforward rock force beneath the unusual notes and rhythms.
The approach has limits. Repeated loops can begin to feel too similar across six extended pieces, and instrumental skill alone will not make every melody stay in the memory. Listeners looking for short songs and clear vocal hooks may find the full album tiring. A little more contrast in the overall sound would make the individual tracks easier to separate.
Even so, Vol.II turns a narrow setup into something distinctive and often engaging. Angine de Poitrine make room for both close attention and simple enjoyment, giving their complex patterns a solid groove. It is an accessible way into an unusual corner of guitar music, provided you are willing to let the rhythm lead.
