Emerging from Cork’s vibrant music scene, alt-rock trio The Drive. are set to captivate listeners with their compelling new single, ‘living is easy.’, slated for release on May 24th. Produced by Keelan O’Reilly of Post-Party fame, this track offers a dark and atmospheric sonic journey that showcases the band’s unique blend of shoegaze and alt-rock.
‘living is easy.’ immerses the listener in a soundscape drenched in cavernous reverb, capturing a sense of anticipation and intensity. The angst-ridden vocals and meticulously crafted riffs create a heavy, foreboding shoegaze sound, poetically encapsulating the struggles of everyday life. The track is driven by massive, punching drums and crushing basslines, oscillating between fuzzy, distorted chaos and soft, melodic moments. This juxtaposition beautifully reflects serenity against the murky, grinding depths of modern existence.
Discussing the single, The Drive. explain, “‘living is easy.’ is written about the feeling of being looked down upon. The track encapsulates the emotions of feeling dejected due to factors as trivial as an area of living.” This honest and raw sentiment is at the core of the track, resonating deeply with listeners.
Formed in 2018, The Drive. have quickly established themselves as a force to be reckoned with on both local and international stages. Their rise to prominence has been marked by widespread acclaim and coveted spots on Spotify playlists such as 'Alternative Ireland' and 'melomania.'. Their live performances are dynamic and powerful, earning them sold-out headline shows at iconic Irish venues like The Grand Social in Dublin and Cyprus Avenue in Cork. Additionally, they have supported esteemed acts such as The K’s and The Blue Stones.
The Drive.'s genre-defying sound and dynamic live shows have drawn comparisons to influential bands like Deftones, Fontaines D.C., and IDLES, yet they continue to maintain a unique identity all their own. With ‘living is easy.’, The Drive. are poised to further solidify their place in the alt-rock pantheon, delivering music that is as emotionally charged as it is sonically compelling.
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