“Station of the Cross” by Herds is an up-tempo and joyful track that captures the essence of vintage alt-rock while still sounding fresh and innovative. The song features a driving riff that keeps your head bopping alongside, with layers of synths and reverb-drenched guitars that create a dreamy, ethereal atmosphere amongst the more grounded and foundational core that the track rests itself on. With vocals that are both confident and upbeat, and lyrics that are both nostalgic and forward-looking, reflecting the band’s focus on the future, it feels like a moment of change and departure.
The song itself feels like a cross roads moment, both in its message and feeling, as well as its arrangement and timing. Imaginative while still being keenly fundamental, “Station of the Cross” is a delightful merging of pop rock sounds into something that’s sparklingly fresh and fun.