In a world where genres collide like a chaotic mosh pit, New Orleans-based BRAT proudly introduces their debut album, "Social Grace," set to grace our eardrums on March 15th via Prosthetic Records. Describing their musical concoction as 'barbiegrind' and 'bimboviolence,' BRAT gives us a taste of their unique sonic brew with the release of the third single, "Hesitation Wound," accompanied by a music video that feels like a caffeine-fueled dream in a 24-hour diner.
BRAT's unapologetic blend of deathgrindy metalcore serves as a reminder that music can be both grim and lighthearted. With a tracklist that promises a rollercoaster of sonic experiences, from the mind-bending "Ego Death" to the frenzied "Truncheon" and the anthemic "Sugar Bastard," "Social Grace" is not your typical musical journey.
As they gear up for the album release, the band invites you to witness the musical prowess and campy aesthetics in their "Hesitation Wound" video. Picture BRAT working and performing in a 24-hour diner – because nothing says 'barbiegrind' like a relentless metalcore feast in the wee hours.
The lyrics of "Hesitation Wound" are a goddam, futility-of-it-all masterpiece:
Know not the manner
Nor the hour
An ebb and flow
I have no power
Fight back
Holding out
Pointless
Useless
Life elapsed so little to reap
The candle snuffed out
Let me fucking sleep
Let me fucking sleep
In their own words, BRAT shares their enthusiasm: “‘Hesitation Wound‘ is the third single from our first album ‘Social Grace,' debuting on March 15. In true BRAT form, the music video is in keeping with our campy lighthearted approach to the otherwise grim music and lyrics. You can catch us on tour now until Feb 20th with Escuela Grind with Take Offense and Bonginator!”
Recorded, mixed, and mastered by James Whitten at Hightower Studio in New Orleans, "Social Grace" promises to be an epic rollercoaster, leaving listeners both bewildered and exhilarated. Get ready to witness the collision of deathgrind and bimboviolence, served with a side of campy brilliance.