Lucy Fitzgerald 
“Violent Halos” by A Million Little Fires hits like a storm of shifting moods and sharp contrasts. The first track, “Make Them Listen”, jumps in with pounding drums and thick guitar lines, paired with fierce vocals that push the intensity right from the start. Then the band turns around and slips in smooth synths and melodic moments that catch you off guard in the best way. Songs like “w.r.a.t.h.” and “K(no)w” blend aggression and melody. The group moves from crushing heaviness to cool electronic passages that open up the space around the vocals. “BROKEN pieces” begins almost fragile, with piano and soft singing drifting over warm ambience before it cracks open into a full-bodied rock rhythm. The contrast feels natural, even when the track swings from gentle to powerful within seconds.
“Sit still & wait” throws in dance-friendly synths and active drum work, all while the vocals cut between calm delivery and a harsher edge. The energy keeps shifting, making each section feel fresh without losing momentum. On “Drown in her HEART”, the mood turns emotional and atmospheric, then swells into a thick surge of guitars and electronics that hit with real force. The album keeps you hooked because every track offers a different angle. “cinema” moves to a darker electronic pulse under sharp guitars, and “Falling Back” jumps between raw rock grit and moody synth layers. Nothing stays in one lane for long. They push heavy moments, soft moments, and glowing electronic textures without letting any one side overpower the others.
The closer, “Find Our Someday”, takes its time. It starts with a delicate, almost reflective tone, then slowly builds into a larger, more dramatic sound, filled with drums, guitars, and atmospheric electronics. The climb from quiet to full energy feels earned, tying the album together with a strong finish. My own view is that the record hooked me quicker than I expected. I came in curious, but I left impressed by how many emotions the band can draw from a single track.
If you’re drawn to music that shifts between impact and atmosphere, fire and calm, “Violent Halos” deserves a spot in your rotation. Make sure you follow A Million Little Fires and keep their updates close. Add the record to your playlist so you can return to these songs anytime you want a listen that hits with emotion, grit, and a lot of personality.
Listening to songs so you don’t have to! Just kidding :D, you totally should. Music blogger by day, nurse by night
