MXMS, The Guidance

press for MXMS:

 "Tastefully layered with a classic aesthetic in mind, vocalist Ariel Levitan's subtle packaging of spiritual lyricism lends more weight to the side of a doubtful humanity and delivered with a retro futurist's force of will. Soul-wrenching highs from Levitan, coupled with the emotional instrumentalism of Jeremy Dawson offer a glimpse into the psyche of each." - PopMatters

"As we follow vocalist Ariel Levan’s walk through the aftermath of chaotic episodes, the darkest of brooding tones surround us, offer a sort of shelter in trying times. Soulful vocals play a game of back and forth between inner voices explaining themselves, leaving us to wonder where the jagged road leads." - All Things Go

"For their latest release, a cover of 'Something In The Way' by Nirvana, the band turns a legendary track into their own with epic layers of synths, bass, piano, and soaring vocals. And, as if that weren't enough, they've got a compelling video to accompany the cover." - The 405

"MXMS's music frequently swells from lush yet painfully intimate lows to rousing and inspirational cinematic highs, demanding to be mined for a transformative film montage.  The duo relishes straddling the fine line between light and dark --as well as navigating, and often deliberately disrupting, the fault line between their fierce desires to both shun industry norms, and to share their music with the world." - Interview

"Here, flourishes of shoegaze and new wave abound here, with Levitan’s good-meets-evil vocals leading the way like a sorceress conducting a bit of black magic. For his part, Dawson pieces together a chilling backdrop of foreboding keyboard and bass that’ll make you think twice about turning off the lights." - Consequence Of Sound

"MXMS’ video for "OMG" is so raw in its pain that it bleeds with authenticity. The song itself is achingly melancholy in the most beautiful way. Ariel Levitan’s vocals of the new American duo are enchanting and heart breaking. The piano played by Jeremy Dawson is the perfect instrument to feed into the depths of this song." - Earmilk