Cassels

Cassels are a British DIY noise-rock duo formed by brothers Jim (vocals/guitar) and Loz Beck (drums) from Oxfordshire. Known for their raw, angular sound and sardonic lyricism, the pair have been carving out their niche in the UK underground since their 2015 debut. Their music often tackles uncomfortable truths and modern anxieties, with tracks like "The Perfect Ending" and "A Gut Feeling" showcasing their signature blend of chaotic riffs, spoken-word intensity, and darkly humorous observations about societal collapse and personal neuroses.

The brothers maintain a fiercely independent streak, self-recording much of their material (including 2022's "The Perfect Ending" album) in home studios while building a cult following through relentless touring. Their discography – peppered with tracks like the brooding "Formaldehyde Time" and anxiety-anthem "Charlie Goes Skiing" – plays like a scrapbook of millennial disillusionment, delivered with enough frenetic energy to make even their bleakest moments feel weirdly cathartic. Publications like Dork and The Line of Best Fit have praised their ability to turn existential dread into mosh-pit fuel.

Genres

Noise Rock

Indie Rock

Alternative Rock

Art Rock

Post-punk

Garage Rock

Experimental Rock

Grunge

Math Rock

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Latest Release

Tracked In Mud

Cassels

Album - 8 Tracks - Released March 7, 2025