Recently dubbed as the “Queens of British country music” by the Express, Ward Thomas today release a stunning reworking of their stirring song ‘If It All Ends Today’ featuring Northern Irish country star Catherine McGrath. Watch the video HERE. 

‘If It All Ends Today’ puts to music the feeling of recognising the impermanence of the world whilst simultaneously embracing everything the world has to offer. It’s described by Lizzy as being “all about those moments when the world is feeling overwhelming and all you want to do is reach out to that person who brings you peace and reassurance.” 

Catherine McGrath adds; “I always have a fun time with Catherine and Lizzy, so I was so happy to be asked to join them on this track from their latest album. The UK country scene has always been such a warm and supportive community and to be collaborating with such great artists and people makes me so proud to be part of it.”

Choosing McGrath to feature on this duet was a no-brainer, Lizzy says of working with her; “we are so thrilled to have Catherine McGrath sing on this song with us as not only has she become a great friend but we’ve always admired her as an artist and love her music!”

The original of ‘If It All Ends Today’ arrived on the girls’ fifth studio album Music In The Madness, an album described by The Mirror as ‘refreshingly heartwarming’ for exploring what truly matters when faced with crisis. Themes of family, love and the power of music restore a sense of hope in a time of turmoil.  Lyrics of ‘Nothing gold can stay/ But you’re the one I want, love/ If it all ends today’ repeated in this single certainly reflect upon this message.

A 25-year-old singer-songwriter, Catherine McGrath has already accumulated over 45 million streams. Her debut album Talk Of This Town hit #13 in the UK Album Chart, receiving widespread critical acclaim, including the backing of Sir Elton John, who praised her “extraordinary song writing ability and an amazing voice”. She has also supported Michael Bublé (to 11,000 people at The O2 Arena), Maren Morris, Dan + Shay, Kelsea Ballerina, Picture This and Jamie Lawson. Catherine is preparing to release a new EP in Autumn 2023.

Ward Thomas recently took on a rapturous headline tour of the UK, and at 29, Catherine and Lizzy are on a roll and already working on a sixth album which they plan to release before they turn 30. “We look up to artists like Brandi Carlile, whose career has grown organically. Of course, we love success, but the artists we admire are the ones who keep showing up and don’t sell out. We do what we do because we love music and we have something to say.”

For as long as that continues, there will be Ward Thomas. 

Pre-Order But Here We Are For A Chance To Win 2 Tickets To An Exclusive First Listen At A Special Sunrise Event In South East England – Thursday, 1st June

Foo Fighters have released ‘Show Me How,’ the third track to drop in advance of the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers’ 11th album, But Here We Are, out June 2 on Roswell Records/Columbia Records.

Featuring a guest vocal appearance by Violet Grohl, ‘Show Me How’ is a serene dream pop number that stands in sharp contrast to its predecessors ‘Rescued’ and ‘Under You.’

Listen to ‘Show Me How’ HERE, watch the visualiser directed by Tim Kellner HERE and pre-order But Here We Are on your choice of Black Vinyl, White Vinyl, CD or cassette HERE

The band have also announced a special sunrise event to give fans an exclusive first listen of the album. You must be free on 01.06 between the hours of 00:30am and 09:30am in the South East of England – travel from London will be provided. Keep your eyes peeled for more location info. Entries will close at 11.00pm on Monday, May 29th & previous purchases count as entries. Details HERE.

Foo Fighters are currently on tour and will headline Boston Calling this Friday, May 26. For a complete list of dates, go to: https://foofighters.com/tour-dates/.

Music industry icon Sir Rod Stewart has announced his next release: Wolfie’s Whisky, a blended Scotch whisky that embodies his reputation as ‘the Cockney Scotsman’ and pays tribute to his Scottish heritage and cheeky chappie image.

Designed to reflect Rod’s rock ‘n’ roll heritage with subtle nods to Americana, Wolfie’s was inspired by the legendary musician’s early hell raising days with the Faces. 

“Wolfie’s is a rascal of a thing and with just a sip the whisky takes you back to the good old days. Fine-tuned and perfectly balanced, Wolfie’s is a delight both over ice and mixed into a favourite cocktail,” says Rod.

“It’s a fine tipple, whether you’re partying with friends, celebrating a Celtic win or reminiscing with family. For me, Wolfie’s depicts the carefree behaviour of my more mischievous days and the excitement of what life still has to offer – let the good times roll!”

Wolfie’s Blended Scotch Whisky (40% ABV) is wonderfully balanced with flavours of warming cinnamon, fresh vanilla and baked apple. The whisky has a delicate taste of sweet peat and pears in syrup before finishing with candied citrus peels and a gentle oak spice.

With its unique blend of rock ‘n’ roll roots, Americana and Scottish heritage, Wolfie’s is bringing something new to the Scotch whisky market. Distilled on the banks of Loch Lomond by an expert team with decades of whisky-making know-how and an all-Scottish team behind the brand, Wolfie’s truly has Scotland at its heart. 

Referencing the opening track from Rod’s 1991 album Vagabond Heart, the lyrics ‘Rhythm of My Heart’ are emblazoned on the base of the bottle. Rod’s recording of the song was a nod to his own Scottish heritage having adapted the melody from the traditional folk song, Loch Lomond.

Wolfie’s will be available to buy online for £35 from Monday 19 June and in the meantime fans are encouraged to sign up at www.wolfiesiscoming.com to gain access to an exclusive presale from Friday 16 June. They’ll also be in with the chance of finding one of 1,000 bottles of Wolfie’s that have been signed by Rod. 

With the initial limited run of bottles marked as first releases, Wolfie’s will initially be available to buy online across the UK and Europe before launching in America in July as Rod embarks on his North American tour. 

About Wolfie’s Whisky: 

• Launching in 2023, Wolfie’s Whisky is a 40% ABV blended Scotch whisky distilled in partnership with Rod Stewart 
• Wolfie’s blended Scotch whisky is distilled, blended, and bottled by Loch Lomond Distillery
  • Available online from 19 June, Wolfie’s ships to the following countries: United Kingdom, Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland
• Wolfie’s Whisky will launch in the USA later this year 
• For more information, visit www.wolfiesiscoming.com or follow the brand on social media: 
  • Facebook: @WolfiesOfficial 
  • Instagram: @WolfiesWhisky
  • Twitter: @WolfiesWhisky 

About Rod Stewart: 

Rod Stewart is one of the best-selling artists in the history of recorded music, with an estimated 250 million records and singles sold worldwide. His signature voice, style and songwriting have transcended all genres of popular music, from rock, folk, soul, R&B, and even the Great American Songbook; making him one of the few stars to enjoy chart-topping albums throughout every decade of his career. 

Rod has earned countless of the industry’s highest awards, among them, two inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the ASCAP Founders Award for songwriting, New York Times bestselling author, Grammy™ Living Legend, and in 2016 he officially became “Sir Rod Stewart” after being knighted at Buckingham Palace for his services to music and charity.

For more information visit www.rodstewart.com. 

Depeche Mode has unveiled the starkly beautiful and intensely provocative video for ‘Wagging Tongue,’ the second visual interpretation of a track from its universally acclaimed 15th studio album, Memento Mori (Columbia Records).

Directed by The Sacred Egg with creative direction by longtime Depeche Mode collaborator Anton Corbijn, the ‘Wagging Tongue’ video is set in a cinematic universe where rules governing interpersonal communication are strict and surreal. ‘Wagging Tongue’ tells the story of a young couple from a small remote village who join their neighbours for a confrontational ritual—one that draws in participants from all walks of life: lawyers, businessmen, priests, policemen, even Martin Gore and Dave Gahan of Depeche Mode. 

The result is thought-provoking, visually compelling and perfectly complementary to the song, of which Rolling Stone coincidentally wrote “the words have a way of sticking in your brain” and Pitchfork praised as “the dawn of a new dynamic.” Immerse yourself in the underwater words and world of “Wagging Tongue,” HERE.

The Gore/Gahan co-written ‘Wagging Tongue’ has been a nightly highlight of Depeche Mode’s Memento Mori World Tour, currently in the midst of a Europe/UK stadium run that began May 16th in Amsterdam. The band will return to North America for the tour’s third leg, which kicks off September 21st with the first of a trio of shows at Mexico City’s Foro Sol stadium, and concludes with a series of four Los Angeles shows taking place December 10th and 12th at the Kia Forum and December 15th and 17th at the Crypto.com Arena.

After blasting through stereos worldwide last night as Clara Amfo’s Hottest Record on BBC Radio 1, one of the UK’s most exciting bands, The Snuts, make a rapturous return with new single ‘Gloria’. It’s their first release on the band’s newly set up label Happy Artist Records – via The Orchard – as they make a break away from their previous label home.

Mixed by Spike Stent (Harry Styles, Madonna, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Coldplay, Muse, Oasis) and produced by singer Jack Cochrane and longtime collaborator Scotty Anderson, the track is an anthemic, summer song for the masses, which finds the beautiful in the everyday. ‘Gloria’ arrives ahead of the band’s performance at Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Dundee on Saturday 27th May. Listen to ‘Gloria’ HERE.

“This song is all about finding the beauty and romance in the most normal of things.” explains frontman Jack Cochrane. “As a band, our lives have never really transformed out of the boundaries of normal everyday existence, and we truly value the thoughts and feelings of the average person and how our lives look. We’ve never been more excited to present a song by The Snuts that captures such a raw and genuine intention, whilst making you want to get up and dance with your loved ones.”

The Snuts are well and truly into their stride. With chart-topping and top 3 albums under their belts, songs that attack subjects affecting the youth of today, and an arsenal of adoring fans up and down the country, these four lads from Whitburn, West Lothian, are well on their way to being one of the most vital bands of recent years. 

Set to play their biggest headline shows to date at SWG3 in Glasgow in July, The Snuts kick off the summer at Radio 1’s Big Weekend and will play the main stage at Reading & Leeds Festivals in August, as well as making two trips across the pond to tour the US & Australia.

‘Gloria’ signifies the start of an exciting new chapter in the Scots’ career.

UK LIVE DATES
MAY

Sat 27th BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Dundee, Camperdown Park

JUNE

Fri 9th Manchester, Heaton Park (supporting The Courtneers)

JULY

Fri 28th Glasgow, SWG3

Sat 29th Glasgow, SWG3

AUGUST
Sat 19th Osaka, Summer Sonic Festival, Japan

Fri 25th Leeds Festival 2023

Sun 27th Reading Festival 2023

The Snuts are Jack Cochrane, Callum ‘29’ Wilson, Joe McGillveray and Jordan ‘Joko’ Mackay.

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Texas are pleased to announce a series of special intimate acoustic performances to celebrate the release of The Very Best Of 1989 – 2023. 

Kicking off on July 10th at Coventry’s HMV Empire, the run will also see the band visit Kingston, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Leeds. Each show will be followed by a Q&A session with Sharleen Spiteri to delve into the stories behind the album.

Full dates below and tickets can be purchased from 11am BST on Wednesday 24th May HERE.

July 2023

Mon 10th HMV Empire, Coventry with HMV

Tue 11th PRYZM, Kingston with Banquet Records

Wed 12th Saint Luke’s, Glasgow with Assai Records

Thu 13th The Caves, Edinburgh with Assai Records

Fri 14th Brudenell Social Club, Leeds with Crash Records

The instores follow the release of The Very Best of 1989 – 2023 out June 16th on [PIAS] Recordings. 

34 years since they recorded ‘I Don’t Want A Lover’, then watched, gobsmacked, as it reached Number Eight in the charts, Texas, one of the UK’s most loved bands, have gone on to produce ten studio albums, selling over 40 million records worldwide. So let the fireworks begin with a special 2LP & 2CD compilation The Very Best Of 1989 – 2023 – out June 16th on [PIAS] Recordings, ahead of an appearance on the Pyramid Stage at this year’s Glastonbury Festival.

“Richly atmospheric, sonically adventurous” – The Sun

“Josh Ritter is like a more open-hearted version of Leonard Cohen. His lyrics draw on the divine but he seems to see a little heaven in all the people around him” – Paste

Following the release of his stunning new album Spectral Lines last month, Josh Ritter has announced he will be returning to the UK and Europe later this year for a run of very special shows. Connecting back with The Royal City Band, Josh Ritter will celebrate 20 years of his acclaimed third album Hello Starling.

“When I wrote ‘Hello Starling’, I was playing coffee shops and open mics. By the time it came out, I was on tour with the Frames and Joan Baez. I was practically living on the road, hearing my songs on the radio for the first time, staying up all night, touring Europe, doing all these things I had only dreamt of. It was a grand time,” Josh reminisces of the album. “For the 20th anniversary of the album, the band and I will be taking a swing through Hello Starling. We’ll play the entire album in full, front to back, and then play a bunch more music. It just felt right to try this out first in Ireland, England, and the Netherlands, where I spent so much time in 2003 “

Josh Ritter & the Royal City Band play the following winter 2023 UK & EU Dates, including a date at Hackney Church in London on October 27th. Tickets are on-sale HERE.

October
18 Oct – Kilkenny, IE – Set Theatre
19 Oct – Galway, IE – Leisureland Galway
20 Oct – Belfast, UK – Mandela Hall
22 Oct – Limerick, IE – Dolan’s
23 Oct – Cork, IE – Opera House
24 Oct – Dublin, IE – National Concert Hall
25 Oct – Dublin, IE – National Concert Hall
27 Oct – London, UK – Hackney Church
28 Oct – Manchester, UK – Manchester Concert Hall
29 Oct – Glasgow, UK – St. Luke’s
31 Oct – Rotterdam, NL – LantarenVenster
01 Nov – Haarlem, NL – Patronaat
02 Nov – Utrecht, NL – Pandora
04 Nov – Groningen, NL – Take Root Festival

Produced by Ritter’s longtime collaborator Sam Kassirer (Lake Street Dive, Langhorne Slim), Spectral Lines finds Ritter expanding beyond the bounds of his previous work to create a record both atmospheric and profound. Dedicated to the memory of his mother, Ritter searches for commonality across these ten seamless tracks by exploring life’s most universal ideas—love, devotion and what it means to be connected, to both each other and to ourselves.

One of today’s most thoughtful and prolific voices, Ritter has released ten studio albums to date including 2019’s widely acclaimed, Fever Breaks, of which NPR Music praised, “He remains a hydrant of ideas while embodying an endless capacity for empathy and indignation, often within a single song.” In addition to his work as a musician, Ritter is also a national best-selling author, having released two novels to date: 2011’s Bright’s Passage and 2021’s The Great Glorious Goddamn of It All, for which the film rights have recently been optioned for development. 

www.joshritter.com

Today, Hozier has shared ‘Francesca,’ the latest single from the Irish troubadour’s forthcoming album Unreal Unearth. Touching on the project’s exploration of Dante’s Inferno, “Francesca” reflects on the sin of the second circle of hell: lust. Listen HERE. 

Due August 18 via Island Records, Unreal Unearth is available for pre-order HERE and features previously released tracks ‘All Things End’ and ‘Eat Your Young.’ The album will be offered digitally as well as in various physical configurations including standard black LP, raw ochre D2C exclusive LP, burnt clay Amazon exclusive LP, light umber indie retail exclusive LP, CD, and cassette. See the exclusive vinyl pack shots below.

Currently stateside performing intimate pop-up shows, Hozier returns to the UK in support of Unreal Unearth for a run of sold-out UK dates this summer, including a show at London’s Alexandra Palace Park on Friday July 21st. See full routing below and visit https://hozier.com/ for more information.

June

Sun 25th Glasgow, Queens Park SOLD-OUT

July
Sun 2nd Halifax, Piece Hall SOLD-OUT

Mon 3rd Newcastle, 02 City Hall SOLD-OUT

Wed 5th Manchester, Castlefield Bowl SOLD-OUT

Thu 6th Cardiff, Cardiff Castle SOLD-OUT

Sat 8th Bournemouth, 02 Academy SOLD-OUT

Sun 9th Birmingham, 02 Academy SOLD-OUT
Fri 21st London, Alexandra Palace Park SOLD-OUT

Sun 23rd Berkshire, Englefield House

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Dexys today release the title track from their eagerly anticipated new album The Feminine Divine. The album comes out July 28th on 100% Records.

In ‘The Feminine Divine’, the central character in the album narrative starts to really take stock of his life and his attitude towards women. His clarity is such that it’s as if he has been hit with a bolt of lightning.  Listen to ‘The Feminine Divine’ HERE. 

“After stating his original macho position in the opening track ‘The One That Loves You;’ then admitting that it was a phoney position in the second song ‘It’s Alright Kevin;’ subsequently committing himself to change in track three, ‘I’m Going To Get Free;’ and feeling he’s moving forward in track four, ‘Coming Home;’ the protagonist now examines his relationship with women in ‘The Feminine Divine.’ He’s hit with the realisation that his attitude and actions have been completely wrong,” Kevin Rowland said of the track.

“Overcome with regret and at last glimpsing how women might actually feel, the man gets honest and admits how afraid of women he has been, and how fear has driven so many of his actions. He now sees and acknowledges women’s inherent power: if anything, women are superior; they are goddesses. He sincerely pledges to be different in the future.”

“In the track that follows, ‘My Goddess Is’, the protagonist then enters into a relationship in a completely different way to how he would have in the past. But that’s a whole other part of the story…”

The track follows the album’s glorious first single, ‘I’m Going To Get Free’. Watch the video HERE.

The Feminine Divine is Dexys’ fifth album of original material produced once again by Pete Schwier, along with acclaimed session musician and producer Toby Chapman. After taking some time out to refocus his energy, Kevin Rowland came back to music with a fresh perspective and new-found positivity. A personal, if not strictly autobiographical, record portraying a man whose views have evolved over time. Not just on women, but the whole concept of masculinity he had been raised with: an education and an un-learning that is traced across the arc of The Feminine Divine with dizzying effect.

The record’s first act is full of music hall-esque swagger, much of it written with original Dexys’ trombonist Big Jim Paterson. The second half of the musical narrative is like nothing Dexys have done before. A saucy, synth-heavy cabaret, written in collaboration with Sean Read and Mike Timothy. It’s steamy, fizzing and sultry, at times heavy and at other times raunchy and funky. Quite a heady mix.

With over a billion worldwide streams, three top 10 albums in the UK, two number 1 singles, a Brit Award and a multi-platinum selling album with their sophomore release Too-Rye-Ay (as Dexys Midnight Runners), Dexys are as vital and exciting today as ever. The Feminine Divine marks a new chapter in a book that just keeps getting better and better.

Dexys play the following UK and Ireland dates in September 2023, before embarking on a full European tour in October. Tickets on-sale HERE.

September:
Tue 5th York, Barbican
Thu 7th Liverpool, Philharmonic
Fri 8th Manchester, Bridgewater Hall
Sun 10th Newcastle, O2 City Hall
Mon 11th Glasgow, Royal Concert Hall
Wed 13th Cardiff, St David’s Hall
Thu 14th Ipswich, Regent Theatre
Sat 16th Wolverhampton, The Halls
Sun 17th Southend, Cliffs Pavilion
Tue 19th Brighton, Dome
Wed 20th London, Palladium
Fri 22nd Bath, Forum
Mon 25th Dublin, 3Olympia Theatre

CONNECT WITH DEXYS

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Today, award-winning multi-Platinum singer/songwriter Hozier has announced his forthcoming album Unreal Unearth will be released August 18th via Island Records. Unreal Unearth is available for pre-order HERE and features previously released tracks ‘Eat Your Young’ and ‘All Things End,’ as well as new single ‘Francesca’ out this Friday, 19th May. 

Read Hozier’s handwritten letter to fans sharing the news HERE and below.

Unreal Unearth will be offered digitally as well as in various physical configurations including standard black LP, raw ochre D2C exclusive LP, burnt clay Amazon exclusive LP, light umber indie retail exclusive LP, CD, and cassette. See the exclusive vinyl pack shots below.

(L to R: Raw Ochre, Burnt Clay, & Light Umber)

Currently stateside performing intimate pop-up shows, Hozier returns to the UK for a run of sold-out UK dates this summer, including a show at London’s Alexandra Palace Park on Friday July 21st. See full routing below and visit https://hozier.com/ for more information.

June

Sun 25th Glasgow, Queens Park SOLD-OUT

July
Sun 2nd Halifax, Piece Hall SOLD-OUT

Mon 3rd Newcastle, 02 City Hall SOLD-OUT

Wed 5th Manchester, Castlefield Bowl SOLD-OUT

Thu 6th Cardiff, Cardiff Castle SOLD-OUT

Sat 8th Bournemouth, 02 Academy SOLD-OUT

Sun 9th Birmingham, 02 Academy SOLD-OUT
Fri 21st London, Alexandra Palace Park SOLD-OUT

Sun 23rd Berkshire, Englefield House

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FOO FIGHTERS: PREPARING MUSIC FOR CONCERTS 

Free Global Streaming Event Exclusively at: https://foofighters.veeps.com/

May 21st

8pm BST / 3pm EST / 12pm PST

Featuring Performances, Behind the Scenes & More

Captured at the Band’s Own 606 Studios

While ears are still ringing from the sonic and emotional gut punch that was “Rescued,” Foo Fighters have unveiled “Under You,” an aggressively melodic punk-tinged earworm sure to join its predecessor in massive summer singalongs on the band’s upcoming tour dates.

“Under You” is the second advance offering from the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers’ 11th album, But Here We Are, out June 2 on Roswell Records/Columbia Records. The new song follows the aforementioned “Rescued”—which has generated raves including “driven by a fresh sense of pathos and urgency” (The New York Times), “Foo Fighters have never sounded more vital” (Consequence),”cathartic in the truest sense, it’s golden Foo Fighters – anthemic, righteous, and emotive, ‘Rescued’ feels tailor made for those epic live shows.’ (Clash Magazine), “delivers everything fans have come to know and love” (Revolver) and more.

Listen to “Under You” HERE, watch the lyric video HERE and pre-order But Here We Are on you choice of Black Vinyl, White Vinyl, CD or cassette HERE

Today also marks the announcement of Foo Fighters: Preparing Music For Concerts, a global streaming event packed with rock & roll (including debut performances of songs from But Here We Are), exclusive behind the scenes footage, and a few surprises—all captured in the spacious yet homey confines of the band’s own 606 studios. Foo Fighters: Preparing Music For Concerts will premiere May 21 at 8pm BST / 3pm EST / 12pm PST exclusively at https://foofighters.veeps.com/, with on-demand repeat viewing enabled through May 24. Whether you’ve got tickets for an upcoming Foo Fighters show or not, don’t miss this chance to get intimate—and LOUD—with the last great American rock band.

“Shows like this don’t happen every day. To take this moment to gather fans worldwide, to give people an opportunity to share in the experience no matter where they are, is a gift. Having a place to make these moments accessible is why we built Veeps and we’re honored to be trusted with delivering this incredible show for Foo Fighters and all of their fans,” said Joel Madden, CEO and Founder, Veeps.

Foo Fighters’ upcoming tour will kick off May 24 at the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion in Gilford, NH. For a complete list of dates, go to: https://foofighters.lnk.to/Shows

About Veeps

Veeps is the premier streaming platform where music fans around the world can watch and connect with their favorite artists through access to premium live and on-demand concerts, documentaries, and more. Launched in 2018 by Joel and Benji Madden to power the future of artist-fan connection, the team at Veeps believe music changes lives and that it should be accessible to people wherever they are. Millions of viewers globally have experienced performances from 2,000+ artists including Bob Dylan, Brandi Carlile, Louis Tomlinson, Patti Smith, Metallica and an Emmy-nominated Kings of Leon show from the O2, London. Veeps shows are available on its website and via apps on iOS, Apple TV, Android, and Roku. In 2023, Veeps was named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies and continues to hold the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest ticketed livestream performance by a solo male artist. Veeps is a part of Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV). For more information, visit https://veeps.com/

Photo Credit: Jade Hammer

“Being Dead are one of the coolest and freakiest acts around.” — Paste

Austin, Texas-based trio Being Dead presents new single/video ‘Daydream’ from their debut album, When Horses Would Run, out July 14th on Bayonet. 

‘Daydream’ showcases Being Dead’s extraordinary harmonies — at once plaintive, uplifting, and eerie — and its gentle Laurel Canyon-style folk rock stands in stark contrast from the garage-punk delivery of lead single ‘Muriel’s Big Day Off.’

The accompanying ‘Daydream’ video, directed by Katie Cheline, is a jaw-dropping journey of riches to rags. “It’s safe to say that we’re typically ambitious when it comes to music video ideas and this one is no exception,” the band states. “We had a lot of ideas for this one and ended up just cramming them all in there. We think this is a relatively courageous attempt at a highly-condensed Pride and Prejudice 2.” Watch the video HERE.

When Horses Would Run — the debut album from best friends Falcon B*tch, Gumball, and Ricky Moto — propels listeners into vivid landscapes: desert planes, dirty basements, and lush rolling hills. Merging surf rock, freak pop and frantic punk, the album doesn’t linger in one place for too long; instead, it dances alongside the periphery, flickering between Super-8 memories and moments. Being Dead is here to create worlds where we can soak in stories of carefree shoplifters, wayward cowboys, and the final moments of a lonely Buffalo on the range. 

They began writing what would eventually become When Horses Would Run back in 2017, with Falcon B*tch likening the album to a kind of collage of Being Dead so far. “This is definitely a collection of songs from different versions of ourselves,” she says. Recorded at Radio Milk with producer/engineer Jim Vollentine (Spoon, White Denim), When Horses Would Run spit-shines Being Dead’s sound without diminishing their weirdo-best-friend vibes. 

“Our music is really a slice of our friendship,” says Falcon B*tch. “We’ve lived together and we’re always together and I feel like it’s a palpable thing.” The nurturing foundation of these platonic soulmates urges Being Dead to be their full, freaky selves, prodding at the absurdity of the world with slick n’ dreamy strums, gritty percussion, and kaleidoscopic harmonies. At their renowned live shows, Falcon B*tch and Gumball both sing and swap duties on baritone guitar and drums, commanding the attention of even the most passive concert-goers. Underlined by bassist Ricky Moto, the band prances merrily into the hearts of everyone from the roughest and toughest barbarians to the most angelic little babies. 

This spontaneous, gung-ho approach marks a refreshing originality in Being Dead. When Horses Would Run celebrates the nourishing merriment of friendship, the importance of enjoying the here and now, and creating simply for the hell of it. Here we have a reminder that we can not only move through the burdens of our past, but we can have company —and fun —while doing it.