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[video] Deadletter – Mother

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Photo by Daniel Delikatnyi

Building on the success of their previous single “Mere Mortal”, DEADLETTER have unveiled another preview of their upcoming debut album Hysterical Strength (out on September 13 through SO Recordings) — “Mother”.

The song takes direct inspiration from the Bong Joon Ho film of the same name and is another outstanding art punk stomper from the group. It blends intricate guitar riffs with cascading saxophone melodies, featuring segments that rise and fall dramatically, leaving a lasting impression on the listener.

Watch below and pre-order the LP here.

[video] DEADLETTER – Mere Mortal

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Photo by Daniel Delikatnyi

DEADLETTER are announcing today their highly-anticipated debut album Hysterical Strength, which will be out on September 13 through SO Recordings.

Along with the news they are sharing a new single/music video “Mere Mortal”, a powerful and thunderous art punk number that arose from the aftermath of a personal tragedy—a friend’s suicide.

Speaking about it, lead singer Zac Lawrence shared: “Though Mere Mortal was written in the wake of personal tragedy, its intention is not to convey the sentiment of subjective grief, but to act as an undoubtedly relatable tale of loss and longing for all those who themselves have been faced with and have had to navigate the confusing, painful landscape that bereavement leaves one confronted by”.

Watch below and pre-order the LP here.

[video] The Joy Hotel – Jeremiah

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Glasgow septet The Joy Hotel announced their debut album Ceremony, which will be out July 18 via SO Recordings.

Along with the news they are sharing a new single/music video “Jeremiah”, the powerful and exhilarating piece that delves into the concept of confronting uncertainties, exploring how contrasting mindsets provoke varied reactions to identical circumstances — a powerful, richly textured psychedelic pop song about encountering death and how to deal with it.

Its captivating sound and thematic depth leave us eagerly awaiting the full musical journey that the record promises to deliver.

Watch below and pre-order the album here.

[video] Big Special – DUST OFF / START AGAIN

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Big Special announced their debut LP POSTINDUSTRIAL HOMETOWN BLUES which will be out on May 10 via SO Recordings. Along with the news they are sharing a new single/video “DUST OFF / START AGAIN”.

The duo is already well-known for their raw energy, socially conscious lyrics, and electrifying live performances and the new track is not an exception. The relentless force of the instrumentation mirrors the song’s themes of English class issues regarding housing, ownership, mental illness, appropriation and human rights, creating a visceral listening experience that is both exhilarating and empowering.

Watch below and pre-order the album here.

[video] Big Special – TREES

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Having released three punchy singles during the last couple of months, Birmingham duo Big Special had a great year, and with the latest song/music video “TREES” (which is probably their catchiest tune to date) it looks like 2024 would only be bigger for them.

The band nearly sold out their UK December headline tour, and they have now also been announced as headliners on DIY’s Now & Next UK tour for April 2024 + have shared news of their biggest London headline show to date for May 2024, at The Jazz Cafe.

Watch below.