Estratexa [ IMPORT ]

Finally on his own, proud and ready, Manta Ray get a step right back to jump so much further: through Acuarela Discos (the Spanish record label that put Migala, Mus or Aroah out of Spain) and again with Kaki Arkarazo, they give us “Estratexa”, an extraordinary rock (almost punk!) journey closer to the cult heroes Suicide or the contemporary math horror from Trans Am or the french genious Programme than to the indie rock of early nineties. This album is a take no prisoners effort of martial rhythm out of breath. And when you think that they’re being reflexive, get scary because they’re building fallen cathedrals. Take care. Get out of their way. It’s the best advice.