Palma Violets members Sam Fryer, Will Doyle and Peter Mayhew alongside The Big Moon’s Celia Archer and guitarist Adam Brown, put out a string of singles in 2018 and 2019 before going quiet.“‘Dead Is Dead’ is a positive mantra on the subject of death,” Fryer said of their haunting new indie anthem. “I’m speculating the destiny of the human soul – how we may all connect and where that might be after death.
I’m using my voice to its full potential in this song, like a rallying call. I’m saying – maybe we’re not alone in death – there is part of our consciousness that does carry on in some form.”He continued: “I fluctuate on this subject matter, but the majority of the time I do believe this.
I think it’s important to be aware of death at all times, I think of my own death most days, but not in a morbid way – it helps me appreciate and refocus on what I’m trying to do – to know if what I’m doing is worth it.
It’s a hopeful song, I’m excited to play it live.”You can listen to ‘Dead Is Dead’ below: According to a press release, Gently Tender are currently putting the finishing touches to a debut album, due out in the summer.Before that though, the band will be touring the UK with The Big Moon.
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