Lovesick’s I Am No One Now is a hardcore EP that doesn’t waste a second proving itself—it hits hard, fast, and unrelentingly. From the opening chug of “On and On,” it’s clear the band knows exactly what they’re channeling: the ragged, relentless urgency of ’90s hardcore, distilled into concise, explosive tracks.
The riffs snarl and chug with precision, the drums snap like a whip, and the vocals—though often buried in the mix—cut through with a raw, desperate intensity, as if clawing their way from another room. This choice amplifies the instrumental dominance, giving the guitar and drums the spotlight and reinforcing the raw, bootleg-like energy that makes the EP so compelling.
Tracks like “Big Light” showcase the band’s ability to balance grit and clarity, while songs such as “Love Sick” and “IOU” highlight their knack for groove. The slick two-step sections and dense, deliberate grind capture hardcore’s physicality—the kind of music that demands movement and engagement. The breakdowns don’t meander; they slam with purpose, perfect for a mosh pit or a sweaty basement show.
Guitar work throughout the EP is sharp and commanding, whether ringing out in “Harpo’s Blues” or scaling with swagger in “Singing Into My Phone.” The bass, initially subtle, begins carving its own space in the back-end grooves, thickening the sound and giving the EP a lived-in, organic feel. Drums remain the unifying force, guiding transitions between tracks and keeping the EP flowing like one continuous adrenaline rush.
One of the album’s greatest strengths is brevity. Every track is lean, mean, and purposeful—no filler, no overindulgence. Even the longer, heavier tracks like “IOU” feel essential, showing the multiple angles hardcore can hit without losing momentum. By the time “The Curtain Falls” closes the EP, the band has already made its point: Lovesick isn’t reinventing hardcore—they’re reviving its immediacy, its raw energy, and its uncompromising attitude.
I Am No One Now feels like a sweaty basement show where the PA might be falling apart but the intensity is undeniable. It’s fast, it’s tough, it’s visceral, and it leaves the listener wanting more. In four tracks, Lovesick proves they can channel the spirit of hardcore while making it feel urgent, alive, and undeniably their own.
NOTABLE TRACKS:
Big Light
Harpo's Blues
IOU