Piano led, guitar-less trio, Exploring Birdsong, recently released their latest single “Stitch,” via Long Branch Records. It is accompanied by a music video created by Sketch Benjamin, and is the fourth single this year from the Liverpool band, following “The Collapse,” “Tyrntail,” and “Weight in Gold.” Check out the new video below.
Stream “Stitch” here: https://orcd.co/exploringbirdsong_stitch
““Stitch” was a song that came together really quickly for us,” comments Exploring Birdsong. “In a moment of borderline crazed inspiration, a lot of the key elements for “Stitch” have existed more or less since the very first demo. We’re always keen to try new things and pull influence from lots of obscure places- this one unapologetically referencing the Davy Jones organ scene from Pirates of the Caribbean (IYKYK). The song itself is essentially about teamwork in a relationship, trying to feel strong in the face of adversity because someone you have helped to carry in the past is now carrying you. Despite “Stitch” being a return to heavy Birdsong, we wanted the message to be a fairly sweet one.”
Rarely are new groups as exciting, talented, or unique as Exploring Birdsong. Straddling pop, rock, and uncategorizable genre-blending beauty, the band is unplaceable for the most part but brings to mind elements of London Grammar, Kate Bush, and Everything Everything.
Additionally, it isn’t often you hear a voice as captivating as frontwoman Lynsey Ward’s. Powerful, controlled, and spine-chillingly tender, Lynsey’s vocals help mark Exploring Birdsong as a prospect to watch, from the release of their acclaimed debut The Thing With Feathers (2019, Long Branch Records) to 2023’s EP Dancing in the Face of Danger.
Watch the video for previously released single “Weight In Gold” here: https://youtu.be/qbBvuJYpxHc
Exploring Birdsong caught the eyes of key players in the press, and achieved two Progressive Music Awards nominations. The young group most recently joined Katatonia as a special guest following successful support tours with the likes of Sleep Token and Thank You Scientist.
Exploring Birdsong are:
Lynsey Ward – Vocals, piano
Jonny Knight – Bass guitar, synthesizer
Matt Harrison – Drums, percussion
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