‘Heavy Meta’, the new release from Stockholm synth duo Unify Separate, is a
five-track EP full of switchback turns, swinging between poles of self-loathing
and self-affirmation, revenge and compassion, and love and regret.
The EP’s opener ‘Dark Heaven’ channels the classic 80s synthpop of Depeche
Mode and transgressive dancefloor delights, second song ‘Detox’ is a Radio-
head In Rainbows-era punky electro voyage of self-discovery, third number
‘Gaslighted’ is thumping slice of electronic pop payback reminiscent of Zola
Jesus, while ‘Excuses Excuses’ and ‘Return to Exile’ bring it all home swathed
in Moderat-style anthemic bursts of anger and sorrow.

‘Heavy Meta’ is the latest bold move on Unify Separate’s upward trajectory, as
Leo Josefsson and Andrew Montgomery build on the momentum created by
two strong albums, a string of impressive singles and dozens of thrilling live
shows, by blending the group’s trademark sense of drama with a deeper and
harder sound.