Video: Crystal Castles Baptism-Live in New York

Words: Gareth O’Malley When you think about it, there are actually a good number of viable singles on Canadian noiseniks Crystal Castles ’ second self-titled album, which is why I honestly believe the wrong song’s been picked as the third track to be lifted from the record. ‘Baptism’ doesn’t have the out-and-out pop sensibilities of a track like ‘Suffocation’, but it’s a fine song nonetheless, driven by pattering synths and the anguished howls that Alice Glass  has become so fond of. Add to that an absolutely massive chorus, and you start to [...]