“Cocoon,” the eagerly awaited second full-length album by Give Up To Failure, a remarkable shoegaze band from Wroclaw, Poland, delves into themes of love, depression, self-destruction, insomnia, crying for help, trying to find oneself, and personal growth. Just released by the esteemed Polish independent label, Requiem Records, on February 20, 2023, the album is a departure from their previous release, “Burden,” as “Cocoon” presents a unique blend of shoegaze, post-rock, and post-metal, with elements of post-punk, ambient, and dream pop that creates a more organic and cohesive sound. The ten songs featured in this album delve into the complexities of love, self-reflection, and personal development, as the band explores a diverse range of emotions, from ...