Dark Matter, Big Sound: A Double Take on Colorblind and In This Moment
- Rainbow_Rocks
- August 31, 2026
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Written and Photographed by LGBTQIA+ Independent News Reporter — Juanita Worboys — Rainbow Rocks — RainbowRocks.space — August 31st, 2026
Heavy music has always thrived on contrast—the friction between organic grit and digital atmosphere, aggression and vulnerability. Two recent releases are capturing that tension brilliantly, proving that modern rock and alternative scenes are more dynamic than ever.
Colorblind: WHO SOLD YOU THIS TRUTH ++ WAS IT YOURS TO HOLD
When stepping into an unfamiliar album, the best-case scenario is having expectations completely upended. That is precisely what happens with Colorblind’s latest full-length, WHO SOLD YOU THIS TRUTH ++ WAS IT YOURS TO HOLD.
Rather than sticking to a single sonic gear for 15 tracks, the record keeps moving, shifting textures at every turn. Songs like “Pressure,” “Chemical Warfare,” “Royal Blood,” “Lost In Translation,” “Paradox,” and “God Complex” anchor a tracklist defined by momentum.
What elevates the project beyond standard guitar-and-drums rock is its meticulous layering. The foundational rawness of alternative rock collides seamlessly with EDM-style electronic energy, creating an almost cinematic atmosphere. One moment delivers traditional grit; the next surrounds the listener with sweeping electronic production that completely transforms the space.
It is the kind of record that makes you forget you are listening for work and start listening because you genuinely want to know what comes next.
The Verdict: 9/10 🔥
In This Moment: WITCH
In This Moment didn’t come to play with WITCH. The album is dark, dramatic, powerful, and unapologetic from beginning to end, functioning less like a standard heavy rock record and more like a fully realized, theatrical experience.
The atmosphere hits immediately. Intense production and heavy guitars are supercharged by industrial elements, while Maria Brink’s vocals pull it all together with her signature mix of raw power, vulnerability, and attitude.
What makes WITCH compelling is its balance. Tracks like “Crawl,” “Sleeping With the Enemy,” and “Into the Dark” overflow with bold, rebellious energy built for maximum volume. Meanwhile, “I Want to Believe”—featuring Rory Rodriguez of Dayseeker—adds a striking layer of emotional depth, showcasing the band’s mastery at blending crushing heaviness with sweeping melody.
It is dark feminine energy fused with unshakeable rock-and-roll confidence. This is music for anyone who likes their art loud, theatrical, and just a little dangerous.
The Verdict: 9/10
Both albums are available now across all major streaming platforms.
