Off the again of their not too long ago launched debut single, “Strains of Symmetry”, UK pop-rock outfit Good Time Locomotive are delighted to current their new single, ‘Medusa’.

Good Time Locomotive – Medusa

From their debut, we all know that members George Taylor (guitar), Hugo Leite (vocals), Bart Kowalski (bass guitar/bass synth), James Phillips (drums)  and Nick Shaikh (keyboards and backing vocals) draw influences from an unbelievable vary of 80s and 90s pop and rock acts. Persevering with within the stream of their charming disco-pop sound, new single “Medusa” follows on from concepts of infatuation and enchantment that have been gorgeously expressed in “Strains of Symmetry”. 

Utilizing probably the most maligned and misunderstood characters in Greek mythology, Good Time Locomotive discover love, false impression and vilification in what I can solely describe as ‘instructional pop-bop’. Vocalist Hugo provides us an perception into the monitor: “It’s a music all concerning the energy of infatuation and those that know easy methods to wield it over us. The story of Medusa appeared like a becoming metaphor for that as she is, fairly probably, essentially the most misunderstood character of all time. Lovely? Yep, however lethal when fallen from grace!”.

Accompanied by a music video produced by the band, the quintet provide an emotionally-charged visible that can assist you navigate the story. Shrewdly incorporating symbolism, imagery and metaphors into their writing and visuals, “Medusa” exhibits us that after once more, Good Time Locomotive’s lyrical considering stems from a lot deeper sources than you might give them credit score for. Utilizing parts of acoustic guitar and a half-time breakdown to deliver an natural and climactic nature to a predominantly electronic-charged sound, every member of the band warmly shines via throughout their immaculately positioned moments of dialogue. 

Good Time Locomotive are masters of taking the 80s old-school membership sound and revitalizing it for a contemporary viewers. “Medusa” is pumped with grooves, emotion and the band’s signature glamorous character. You will want two back-to-back listens to expertise this monitor to the fullest: One to benefit from the exemplary retro sound, and one to understand the band’s intelligent lyrical considering!”

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Phrases by Rhí McPhelim