Massive Attack: Boots on the Ground (ft Tom Waits) review first single in a decade is a dark hymn for our times

"Massive Attack's recorded output has dwindled to a trickle in recent years, with their last album, Heligoland, released in 2010, marking a significant gap in new music."

"Their debut album, Blue Lines, is considered one of the most influential British albums, spawning the trip-hop genre and leaving echoes in contemporary music."

"The band's sound has evolved since the late 90s, becoming darker and more abstract, influenced more by post-punk experimentalism than hip-hop or soul."

"Boots on the Ground, their latest release, carries a sense of event, particularly for those who remember the band's significant impact on the musical landscape of the 90s."

Massive Attack has released little new music in recent years, focusing instead on political activism. Their last album, Heligoland, was released in 2010. The band is known for their influential debut album, Blue Lines, which created the trip-hop genre. Their sound has evolved to become darker and more abstract over the years. The new release, Boots on the Ground, is accompanied by a video featuring a documentary photographer, highlighting their continued relevance in music and activism.

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