Emerging from Pittsburgh’s industrial roots, Animal Scream’s music feels like a surreal descent into a dimension just out of reach—where echoes of the familiar blend with the ethereal. Chad Monticue and Josh Sickels don’t just make music; they conjure entire atmospheres, weaving cinematic tapestries of psych-pop that pull you in and refuse to let go. Their sound is layered and complex, with every note holding a bit of mystery and a touch of melancholy, reminding you of Radiohead’s brooding brilliance mixed with Beach House’s shimmering haze. It’s the kind of music that feels timeless, yet rooted in something deeply personal and profoundly current.
Their upcoming EP, Otherworldly Pictures, is poised to be nothing short of a sonic experience. With each single, Monticue and Sickels dive deeper into their otherworldly soundscapes, skillfully balancing moments of tension and release, as if guiding listeners through an emotional maze. The sci-fi and supernatural touches aren’t just gimmicks—they add to the richness, creating an ambiance that’s as unsettling as it is beautiful. Each track promises to be an earworm, lingering with haunting intensity, blending shadowed tones with striking clarity. As we edge closer to the EP’s release, Animal Scream stands on the brink of something big, ready to pull us all into their sonic universe, where the haunting and the heartfelt meet in ways that are both devastating and unforgettable. Check out “Slow Down” below: