Sleaford Mods have introduced particulars of ‘Extra UK Grim’, a brand new EP which was recorded concurrently their acclaimed album from earlier this 12 months. Try the lead single ‘Huge Pharma’ beneath.
The brand new EP was written and recorded throughout the identical time that the duo – comprised of Andrew Fearn and Jason Williamson – labored on their newest album ‘UK Grim’, which was launched again in March. It additionally arrives on the heels of their latest slot supporting Britpop legends Blur, the place the band carried out two back-to-back nights at Wembley Stadium.
In accordance with the press launch, the forthcoming EP sees the members proceed their “present dancefloor dominance, however with a mixture of perception and wit, outrage and compassion”. It additionally sees them make clear the present local weather, as they appear to each “critique and have a good time our turbulent occasions” with their tracks.
Introduced at present (September 20), the duo introduced the forthcoming challenge by sharing the lead single, ‘Huge Pharma’, a observe with a “take no prisoners” lyrical method, entwined round a slinky bass riff.
“‘Huge Pharma’ was written within the opening chapters of autumn 2022 when Covid kicked in once more. It carries plenty of the traditional Sleaford Mods absurdism but additionally seems on the ongoing fascination with looking for truths in info wholly pushed by very questionable folks,” Jason Williamson stated.
Recalling the which means behind the title, he added: “Now, Huge Pharma is extra acquainted as a time period utilized by proper wing and industrial teams attempting to masks the monetary goals of their arguments with some form of important pondering panache-type legitimacy. It simply feels unsuitable. It feeds on hopelessness, widespread worry and generations of unfettered misinformation linked to the restricted important notion we because the lots are burdened with.”
The observe comes alongside a satirical music video directed by Sean Sears, test it out above.
Alongside the lead single, the EP additionally included tracks titled ‘Below The Guidelines’, ‘Outdated Nottz’, ‘PO Crazeh’ and ‘My 18hr Girdle’. The album is obtainable from October 20 and might be pre-ordered right here.
It additionally arrives because the duo embark on their upcoming EU and UK tour, which kicks off subsequent month. The dwell reveals begin with a set in Utrecht on October 14 and run till the tip of the 12 months. It additionally includes a cease at London’s Alexandra Palace on December 2.
The set in London additionally boasts an look from Particular Curiosity, John Grant and Stewart Lee. Digital titans, Sizzling Chip, may even DJ on the present. Discover remaining tickets right here.
