Curtail: When The Sway Sets (Whirlpool Vinyl LP)

Akron, Ohio's Curtail continue to expand their sound on When the Sway Sets, blending emo, indie rock, shoegaze, and '90s alternative into a rich, guitar-driven collection of songs. Building on the grunge-pop foundation of their debut, the album introduces layers of dreamy atmosphere, fuzzy textures, and dynamic songwriting without sacrificing its emotional core.

Featuring veterans of the DIY emo and indie scene, Curtail balances explosive, distortion-soaked anthems with more introspective moments, drawing comparisons to bands like Hum, Smashing Pumpkins, and Jimmy Eat World. Lyrically, the album explores "The Sway," or the internal and external forces that shape our lives and the choices we make in response to them.

Format: Whirlpool Vinyl LP

Recommended if you like Hum, Jimmy Eat World, shoegaze, '90s alternative rock