Photo by Kris Kirk

“Half Life” is proof that there’s still more life left to give in the hardcore scene’s continued fascination with reworking ‘90s alternative rock waves. As the lead single off the debut album by Object of Affection – a new band featuring vocalist Colin Night, guitarists Madison Woodward of Fury and Remy Veselis of Death Bells, La Bonte’s Garrett La Bonte behind the bass, and Nick Nadel on drums – the Los Angeles-based five-piece lean into a cleaner spin on despondent grunge-gaze and far out hyperviews, thanks to a combo of recording engineering by Philip Odom (CEREMONY, Portrayal of Guilt) and mastering by Alex Newport (At the Drive-In, Bloc Party.) The track is breathing electricity, even if Night slips into wasting away.

Directed by: Miwah Lee

Object of Affection’s Field of Appearances will be released March 3rd on Profound Lore.