Alien Grey - The Closest Place

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Review by Dani Blanchette

The Closest Place by Alien Grey: A Raw, Unfiltered Rock Punch to the Gut Alright, let’s get one thing straight—The Closest Place isn’t your polished, radio-friendly rock album. This 2012 release from Alien Grey hits like a brick through a stained-glass window, and it doesn’t apologize for it. Hailing from the UK but leaving its mark across Europe and the US, this record is raw, gritty, and dripping with attitude. Produced and written entirely by Geoff Griffith (yep, he did both), it’s got that DIY edge that makes you feel like you're listening in on something secret—a late-night jam session fueled by cigarettes and bad decisions. Let’s cut to the chase: two tracks stand out here, no contest. First up, "Moonlight Girl." This song grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go. It’s moody as hell, with riffs so sharp they could slice steel. The lyrics are cryptic enough to keep you guessing, but there's an emotional undertow that pulls you under. Something about the way the vocals crack over the chorus gives me goosebumps every damn time. You can tell Griffith poured his soul into this one—it’s not just a song; it’s a moment. Then there’s "Ghost Ship," which is basically what would happen if Black Sabbath decided to soundtrack a horror movie set at sea. The bassline alone feels like it’s stalking you, creeping closer with every beat. And those haunting synths? Pure nightmare fuel. But instead of being cheesy or over-the-top, it works. Like, really works. I found myself hitting repeat because I couldn’t shake the image of some cursed vessel drifting through foggy waters. If you don’t feel even a little spooked while listening, check your pulse—you might be dead. Sure, not every track slaps equally hard. Songs like “Run Rabbit Run” and “Disclosure” lean a bit too safe compared to the heavier hitters. But honestly? That doesn’t matter much when the overall vibe is this unrelenting. Clear Blue Sky clearly knew what they were doing when they signed these guys—they didn’t try to polish away the rough edges, thank god. Here’s the kicker though: after blasting through twelve tracks of bruising rock anthems and brooding ballads, you realize something weird. For all its aggression and darkness, The Closest Place leaves you feeling… strangely hopeful? Maybe it’s the way songs like “No Broken Heart” hint at resilience, or how “One Big City” wraps things up with a sense of closure. Whatever it is, it sticks with you long after the last note fades. So yeah, if you’re looking for background noise to sip lattes to, skip this. But if you want rock that bites back, Alien Grey’s The Closest Place will knock you flat on your ass—and leave you smiling while you bleed.

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Artist: Alien Grey
Album: The Closest Place

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
The Island Of Desire6:09
Widowworld5:18
One Big City4:01
Calling5:46
Ghost Ship5:02
Talk To You4:53
Aboard Magic One6:04
Disclosure5:13
Moonlight Girl4:10
Run Rabbit Run3:50
The Closest Place6:24
No Broken Heart4:37
We're Leaving Here3:59

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Catalog Numbers

CBSAG001

Labels

Clear Blue Sky

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Formats

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  • 320 kbps

Companies

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Credits

RoleCredit
ProducerGeoff Griffith
SongwriterGeoff Griffith

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About Alien Grey

Prog rock act based around Geoff Griffith.

Aliases

  • Geoff Griffith

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *The Closest Place* by Alien Grey, released in 2012, was a true labor of love. Every song on the record was written and produced by Geoff Griffith, who clearly poured his heart into the project. It’s got a mix of rock vibes that fans across the UK, Europe, and the US could vibe with. Tracks like "Moonlight Girl" and "Ghost Ship" feel like little stories on their own. Oh, and fun detail—it was released under Clear Blue Sky, a label that seems as chill and mysterious as the album itself.