These Dead Machines Unleash Their Cinematic Debut Album “Any Minute Now”

These Dead Machines, the project of Manchester-based artist Dan, have released their long-awaited debut album, Any Minute Now. Released this week, the album captures the highs and lows of human emotion, weaving personal and universal themes of loss, resilience, love, and anxiety into an intricate alt-rock tapestry.

The journey to Any Minute Now began in the quiet confines of a Manchester bedroom during the UK’s 2020 lockdowns. Rising from the dissolution of Dan’s previous band, Mark of 1000 Evils, These Dead Machines brings a fresh sound, blending grunge-inspired alt-rock with cinematic, glitchy electronica. Fans of Deftones, Death From Above 1979, and even Muse will find themselves at home in its layered, dynamic atmosphere.

Ten tracks include emotive singles such as Phantoms and Recovery and are a wide field for exploration. Phantoms discusses grief and lost connection echos; whereas Recovery conveys darker tones yet doesn’t lose an optimistic overtone. Tracks such as So Skywards and Lucky, therefore, provide balance and permit those moments of hope and thoughtfulness.

With its balance of light and dark, expansive soundscapes, and intimate lyrics, Any Minute Now reveals itself to be a nuanced debut. It is an album that requires-and repays-repeated listens, new layers of meaning emerging on each successive play.

Stream Any Minute Now now and discover the heartfelt artistry of These Dead Machines.