With tender vocals and shimmering guitar strums, the new track seeks to raise awareness for the mental health struggles many face around this time of year — putting a spotlight on real-world issues while refusing to compromise on their usual charismatic charm.
Following on from earlier singles “What’s Going On In Your Head” and “Like A Breeze”, the track is the third single to be taken from Shambolics new EP ‘U Serious Boi?!’. Produced by Chris Marshall at 7 West Studios, Glasgow, it’s a dynamic extended release that traverses through gritty rock’n’roll, retro-tinted indie, and danceable pop moments. From the hands-in-the-air anthemia of EP opener “Like A Breeze”, through the slick and sparkling 80s grooves of “Take It Or Leave It”, or the feedback-drenched Smiths-y waltzer “Never Gonna Change”; it’s a collection that finds the Shams diversifying their sound, growing in confidence, and at the top of their game. A searing version of fan favourite “Sharp As A Razor” (Live At SWG3 Glasgow) testifies to their unbeatable live gigs too. The EP is set for release on 14 April 2023 on the Scruff of the Neck imprint, with tracklisting as follows:
SHAMBOLICS – ‘U SERIOUS BOI?!’ EP TRACKLIST
1. Like A Breeze
2. Living In Shadows
3. Take It Or Leave It
4. Never Gonna Change
5. What’s Going On In Your Head
6. Sharp As A Razor
Hailing from Fife but having recently relocated to the bustle of Glasgow, Shambolicshave made a name for themselves on the Scottish scene and beyond with their infamous live performances and impressive knack for a hook-laden single.
Making waves with key tastemakers, the band have attracted extensive radio support from the likes of BBC 6 Music, BBC Radio Scotland, Radio X, Talk Sportand more, whilst receiving praise from tastemakers including Clash, Gigwise, Tenement TV, Louder Than War and many more.
Having played countless major festivals across the UK including TRNSMT, Stockton Calling and Sound City, while also supporting Richard Ashcroft (The Verve), The View, and Embrace; the band have a reputation for a transcendental live show.
“We love experimenting and being creative in the studio,” Darren adds. “But that’s only half the story for us. Our shows are a collective experience, so if a song gets people going mad at a gig then we’ve got a winner.”
Playing a homecoming gig at PJ Molloys in Fife in December, which raised over £700 for Kirkcaldy Foodbank, the band are now gearing up for what promises to be another SOLD OUT show in their new stomping ground of Glasgow this April – details below. Further UK live dates are to be announced in due course.
