Alet Viegas
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Breaking: Split Chain’s “Scatterbrain” Ignites Shoegaze with Deftones-Esque Fire

Bristol’s Split Chain ignites shoegaze with “Scatterbrain,” their ferocious debut single blending Deftones’ visceral grooves with atmospheric density. Their full-length *motionblur* drops this summer, promising genre-reinvigorating energy amid a saturated scene. The track showcases swirling distortion, pulsing basslines, and Emily Redmond’s commanding vocals—proving heavy shoegaze can still feel urgent and fresh.

By Alet Viegas·
Breaking: Split Chain’s “Scatterbrain” Ignites Shoegaze with Deftones-Esque Fire
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