Kidsmoke have officially returned to the music scene with their latest offering, the emotive and hook-laden single ‘I’m Always Getting Carried Away.’ Released via Libertino Records, the track marks the band’s first new material since their acclaimed debut album, A Vision In The Dark.
The song immediately draws the listener in with its shimmering jangle-pop riffs and soaring melodies. Beneath the bright, infectious sound lies a deeper, wistful exploration of memory, mortality, and the relentless passage of time. The band captures a sense of vulnerability in the lyrics, notably in the poignant line, ‘Please wrap your arms around me and break my bones.’
Vocalist and guitarist Lance Williams notes that the creative process for this track was remarkably fluid. ‘The lyrics came really quickly and are built around the song’s title, playing with the meaning of being ‘carried away’, whether it be emotionally or physically,’ he explains. The song’s thematic weight was significantly influenced by Williams’ volunteer work with a dementia support group. ‘It was both beautiful and heartbreaking,’ he adds. ‘It made me appreciate how our memories bind us together… I think I was trying to highlight how precious the little moments are.’
Bassist James Stickels highlights the musical direction, sharing, ‘I know I wanted it to sound like a song I’d have written in the early 00’s, so I was channeling The Strokes, Bloc Party, Futureheads sort of thing… It’s deliberately simple, written from a place of nostalgia and longing for simpler times.’
‘I’m Always Getting Carried Away’ serves as a gentle reminder to remain present, holding onto fleeting moments like a snowy walk or an eclipse chase. The band continues to build on their reputation for dreamy indie-pop, having previously secured sync features on Netflix’s Black Mirror and earned praise from industry heavyweights like Robert Smith of The Cure and BBC 6Music’s Steve Lamacq.
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