AGAINST THE CURRENT RELEASE “SILENT STRANGER”
Photo: Izzy Lux
Three piece multi-million streaming icons Against the Current are back with another slammer single “Silent Stranger”. The New York pop-rock trio introduce their fans to the new ‘Nightmares era’ which is rammed full of black and white imagery and a dark-pop edge that elevates the bands notable classic sound many adore. The single comes as a follow up to Good Guy that landed back in April.
Thematically the song is about all about shedding the persona they’ve created for themselves and the challenges of reclaiming their authentic identity. I personally really enjoyed the single when I first heard it – it’s a very strong and steady track that makes great use of keys and electronic elements to show their ability to dance between different styles and genres. For me it’s certainly the strongest of recent releases they have so far.
Speaking on the song Lead singer Christina Costanza says: “silent stranger” marks the arrival of the Nightmares era, where lines can easily become blurred or swept away entirely. Embarking on a spiral of panic, what’s real and what’s forced can no longer be distinguished from one another; imposter syndrome pushed to the point of no return.”
The single comes with a stunning artistic music video, symbolizing the self-reflective themes of the track through mirror imagery and a semi-transparent box. Like every ATC music video, the visuals are very pleasing on the eye all while representing the experience of becoming a shadow of who you once were.
Check out the video here:
The band are hitting the road across the UK and Europe this year with Canadian superstar Lølø and Call me Amour.
10th November – Ancienne Belgique, Brussels
11th November – Melkweg, Amsterdam LOW TICKETS
12th November – La Rayonne, Lyon
13th November – Plaza Club, Zurich
15th November – Simm City, Venna
17th November – Theaterfabrik, Munich
18th November – Palladium, Cologne
20th November – Lucerna Music Bar, Prague
21th November – Proxima, Warsaw
23th November – Festsaal Kreuzberg, Berlin
24th November – Markthalle, Hamberg SOLD OUT
25th November – Zoom, Frankfurt
26th November – Bataclan, Paris
29th November – Rock City, Nottingham
30th November – Ritz, Manchester LOW TICKETS
1st December – Kentish Town Forum, London
2nd December – Institute, Birmingham LOW TICKETS
4th December – SWG3, Glasgow
5th December – Limelight, Belfast
6th December – Academy, Dublin
Tickets are on sale now
Words by Craig McInnes
