doom metal, shoegaze
Los Angeles-based Iress crafts a sound often described as "doomgaze," blending crushing guitars, atmospheric textures, and brooding rhythms. Frontwoman Michelle Malley's vocals range from smoky warmth to anguished belting, creating a captivating and emotionally deep experience. Their music, as showcased on their LP "Sleep Now, In Reverse," offers a cinematic journey that is both devastatingly beautiful and intensely powerful in a live setting.