Coilguns Reveal New Single "Venetian Blinds"

COILGUNS, the Swiss band who have carved out their unique blend of noise rock, indie rock, and post-hardcore, have released a new single titled "Venetian Blinds." The track was recorded by Scott Evans at Ocean Sounds, Giske (Norway), mixed by Tom Dalgety and mastered by Robin Schmidt. The song is available now on digital streaming services worldwide and on a handcut seven inch courtesy of Hummus Records. Accompanying the track is a music video directed by Valentin Lurthy. Check it out below!

Guitarist Jonathan Nido comments, "Initially, I composed this song with added electro beats, which was a departure from our usual style for Coilguns. When I presented the demo to theband, I anticipated rejection, but to my surprise, everyone loved it. Apart from the catchy chorus, what truly sets the song apart is the unconventional yet creative drumming by Luc Hess. His use of cymbals is so sparing that each strike feels like a significant event throughout the track, adding to its unique noise-pop vibe.After recording the first take in the studio, it became evident that this song hadthe potential to stand alone as a single. For the first time in Coilguns’ history. The song's foundation is so solid that it could easily be stripped down to just a piano or an acoustic guitar. This is the direction we envision for the new, contemporary Coilguns. While the lyrics are open to interpretation, as Louis often writes them, they resonate with me as an anthem to our journey as a band and the essence of being an artist in the 2020s: "Is it sane to implicate our hearts and intricate our lives?» With the release of this track, the wait is finally over. It marks our emergence from the shadows with a sound that represents a departure from Coilguns' roots, yet it feels entirely natural. Tom Dalgety's production played a crucial role, as his approach differed from ours, but ultimately, he captured the essence of the song perfectly."

On the music video, "The video was filmed by French director Valentin Lurthy, who documented themaking of our first album, "Commuters," over 10 years ago. Knowing the significance of our journey to one of the world's coolest and most remote recording studios, Ocean Sound, located on the tiny Norwegian island of Giske, we felt compelled to bring him along. The studio's setting, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, provided the perfect backdrop for capturing some truly remarkable moments. Val diligently filmed the recording process, capturing the final take of the song. While originally not intended for use as an official video, we realized that amidst our recent absence from releases, this footage served as a fitting reintroduction to the world. Simply showcasing us performing is a genuine reflection of who we are and the essence of our lives." 

Stream "Venetian Blinds" HERE. Pre-order the handcut seven inch HERE.

UK Tour w/ Pupil Slicer & God Alone
Tickets are available at https://linktr.ee/Coilguns
10.04.24 - Birmingham [UK] @ Devil's Dog
11.04.24 - Brighton [UK] @ Dust
12.04.24 - Bristol [UK] @ Rough Trade
13.04.24 - Plymouth [UK] @ Junction
16.04.24 - Glasgow [UK] @ Stereo
17.04.24 - Newcastle [UK] @ Cluny
18.04.24 - Leeds [UK] @ Boom
19.04.24 - Manchester [UK] @ White Hotel
20.04.24 - Nottingham [UK] @ Rock City Beta
21.04.24 - London [UK] @ Oslo

Soulcrusher Festival (NL)
12.10.24 - Nijmegen [NL] @ Soulcrusher Festival

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