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Crippling Alcoholism is a Boston-based band unafraid to explore the dark corners of the human psyche and societal taboos. Their music blends gothic noise rock, post-punk, and experimental rock, drawing inspiration from artists such as Scott Walker, Lee Hazlewood, Leonard Cohen, Swans, Nick Cave, and late-era Daughters. The band focuses on concept albums that tell the stories of unsettling characters and situations. For example, With Love From A Padded Room (2024) depicts the experiences of prisoners in isolation, while Camgirl (2025) centers on a young woman grappling with trauma and seeking solace in dark fantasies. Crippling Alcoholism is known for their raw sound and intense lyrics, often tackling themes like mental health, addiction, and social issues. Their music is not just an auditory experience, but an emotional and intellectual journey into the shadowy depths of human existence. The band is unafraid to experiment and push the boundaries of genres, earning attention from listeners seeking something unusual, thought-provoking, and profoundly immersive.
