Newcomers and indie connoisseurs Sub Cultures released their debut record to the world last week. While the world around us plunges into chaos and we adjust to our new lives on lockdown (EP name anyone?!), as a certified Doctor of Bangers, I prescribe you all a daily dose of ‘Far Behind’.
Photograph by Adam Chandler
There is no better way to keep spirits high than through having a persistently upbeat, annoyingly catchy and devastatingly indie track on loop. ‘Far Behind’ would do the trick.
My first thought on hearing the introduction was ‘this belongs on the new Circa Waves album!’. However, songwriter Kane Radnor’s preference for a high-end soaring rhythm guitar paired with Lewis Perk’s shimmering smooth lead lines are what gives this track its edge. The bassline makes this track for me, it brings a gritty sonic quality that often gets missed in this genre.
‘Far Behind’ boasts an anthem-style hook, which I know will be in my head for days. Cheers guys.
Subtle yet massively effective, the guitar solo makes me excited to see this track live and see what spin the band put on it in a performance setting. They have already been making waves around the local scene after a run of packed out, electric-shock energy shows last year. However, under the current circumstances, it seems that will have to wait!
Photograph by Adam Chandler
This song has been a breath of fresh air amongst a tidal wave of bad news, I cannot recommend it enough! Keep up with the Sub Cultures guys on their social media and stay safe!
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