Glasgow’s Escape Goats don’t hang around. Formed in early 2024, they’ve already built a name for themselves off the back of blistering live sets and sharp, self-assured recordings. Their members who are Andrew Shepherd (bass), John McLinden (guitar and vocals), and Adam Parker (drums and vocals) bring a lot of experience from their past lives in bands like MEMES and Make Sparks with them, but Escape Goats is very much its own new beast entirely.
They’ve landed BBC Introducing support, caught the ears at Fresh on the Net, and earned a feature from the Unsigned Guide. Just weeks ago, they opened for Glasgow cult heroes Sluts of Trust. And now, with debut album plans well underway, they’ve dropped something short and immediate to tide us over.
‘Rompecabezas’ is their new single. Three minutes of sharp corners, fractured thoughts, and jagged melody. It’s messy in all the right ways. At its core, ‘Rompecabezas’ (Spanish for ‘puzzle’) explores themes of inner conflict and the struggle for clarity. The title itself hints at the complexity within, fittingly reflecting the song’s lyrical depth and musical arrangement. Shepherd’s bass work anchors the track with a driving rhythm, while McLinden’s angular guitar riffs cut through the mix with precision. Adam Parker’s drumming adds a powerful backbone, propelling the song forward with relentless energy.
Lyrically, McLinden navigates through a labyrinth of emotions, using double meanings and pseudowords to convey the tumultuous journey of self-discovery. A sense of introspection, inviting listeners to reflect on their own inner puzzles. The contrast of the almost spoken (shouted) verses to the melodic drift of the chorus is sublime.
As the band gears up for their self-produced and self-funded debut album, slated for later this year, ‘Rompecabezas’ serves as a tantalizing preview of what’s to come. It not only showcases Escape Goats’ musical prowess but also sets a high bar for their future endeavours.
‘Rompecabezas’ is out on all your favourite streaming platforms on Friday 8 August. Make sure you give the band a follow over on the Escape Goats Bandcamp Page.
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