Dead Space, Borzoi

Quin Galavis went through some shit even before the pandemic hit, as explored in solo albums including 2019’s Victim/Nonvictim. That didn’t make the resurrection of his hibernating post-punk trio the Dead Space any less of a surprise. Seven years delayed, second full-length Chlorine Sleep spotlights the local trio’s tension-soaked chemistry. Which makes this pairing with Borzoi at esteemed punk pizza joint the Parlor a smart pairing. The local noise rockers, who share rostership on 12XU with Galavis’ crew, have been promising a new EP since 2019, so new songs should be aired alongside the requisite fan faves. Between the Dead Space’s brittle clangor and Borzoi’s brash crunge, crust may burn and mozzarella curdle. – Michael Toland