Deleter

Released in early 2020, Deleter represents a significant evolution for the Toronto-based collective Holy Fuck. Known for their refusal to use laptops or sequencers, the band utilized a wide array of analog gear, including toy keyboards and film synchronizers, to create the album's dense textures. This record is notable for its increased focus on collaboration, featuring guest vocals from Alexis Taylor (Hot Chip), Angus Andrew (Liars), and Nicholas Allbrook (Pond). These contributions push the band's sound toward a more structured, almost pop-inflected krautrock while maintaining their reputation for improvisational grit. Critics noted that Deleter is perhaps their most cohesive work, successfully bridging the gap between their experimental noise-rock roots and a more polished, deep-house influenced aesthetic. The production, handled by the band themselves, emphasizes the physical impact of the rhythm section, resulting in a record that feels both vintage and futuristic.