Hyper Slash - known for their frantic, fanciful, and elated swirl of metalcore, electronica, and manga-inspired pop - often referred to as Otakucore - returned with their latest dizzying concoction - Evolution: Dopamine_Rock this past summer. One dopamine hit after another - it’s a high-wire act of dazzling musicality, sincere yet explosive lyricism, and ACG commitment - which the band has in spades. While certainly not for everyone, it’s hard to deny the depth and craft on hand, and their live shows are one of a kind.