Kemopetrol is one of those bands that seem to exist in a parallel reality where the ‘90s never ended, yet they still sound fresh. Break My Stupid Heart is proof of that. The song carries echoes of Madonna, The Corrs, and even ABBA, but in their take, it’s not some quaint retro homage—it’s something darker, almost sinister.
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It starts off quietly, with a haze of melancholy. Then the chorus hits, the neon flashes brighter, the music swells, and before you know it, the song is lodged in your memory with unsettling ease. This isn’t just a standard chorus thrown in for the sake of structure—it’s a real hook, one that won’t let go anytime soon. And there you are, hitting repeat.
If you’re new to Kemopetrol, this track is the perfect introduction. And if you like it, their new album is well worth a full listen. They have a way of absorbing the best of an era without getting stuck in it, creating music that’s both nostalgic and new.
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