LET IT BURN: The Haptics Ignite a New Era of Grunge with Their Darkest, Most Daring Release Yet
Vancouver’s The Haptics return with LET IT BURN—a brooding, slow-burning alt-rock statement that cements their place in the modern grunge revival. Dripping with fuzz-drenched riffs, lyrical vulnerability, and an undercurrent of dark romanticism, the album feels like a lost ‘90s classic reimagined for the present.
At the heart of the release is “XOX,” the latest single now impacting radio—a hypnotic blend of emotional grit and sonic tension. With its aching chorus and visceral lyricism ("Now you're holding, you're folding in two / It's got its hold over you"), XOX captures the album's central themes of addiction, loss, and the desperate pull of nostalgia. It's a track that demands repeat listens, striking the perfect balance between haunting and hooky.
Elsewhere on LET IT BURN, songs like “Ghost” and “Vows” explore fractured relationships and identity, while “Neon” and “Masquerade” swirl in dreamlike, dystopian textures. Closing with “Memento,” the album leaves you staring into the fire—uncertain, but awakened.
Grunge may have been born in the '90s, but The Haptics are proving it never died. LET IT BURN is a modern-day torchbearer—urgent, cathartic, and impossible to ignore.
Biography
The Haptics formed in 2022, united by a love for post-punk. Based in Vancouver, their music blends dark post-punk beats with Alternative Rock and Grunge. Their name signifies a focus on sensory experiences. Influenced by Joy Division and The Cure, they modernize the genre. Their live shows captivate with high energy and introspective lyrics. The debut album from late 2022 received acclaim for emotion and instrumentals. The band is involved in visual arts, reflecting their aesthetic. Strong social media presence and collaborations have expanded their fanbase. The Haptics' willingness to experiment keeps their sound fresh.
THE HAPTICS are:
Jin - Vocals
Cam - Guitar
Michael - Bass
Alexis - Drums
