Naarm/Melbourne-based alternative rock band Belle Haven have just announced their exciting new EP ‘Something New’ out on Friday October 4. Accompanying this announcement is their first single off the record, fauxlove – produced by Jack Newlyn (Between You & Me, bukowski) and mixed by James Paul Wisner (Paramore).
fauxlove soars with explosive layers of guitar riffs and spirited drums, as frontman David De La Hoz‘s expressive vocals deliver a fierce surge of energy. The heart-racing instrumentation builds relentlessly, exuding a cathartic release of unbridled passion.
David De La Hoz talks about the inspiration behind fauxlove: “Lyrically, fauxlove delves into the intricate and conflicting emotions of craving love and intimacy while simultaneously fearing it. It’s a paradox that I live every day. The line ‘love me with the lights down low’ highlights the desire to be loved without the vulnerability of being fully seen, while the line ‘sinking into you’ portrays how the pursuit of love can quickly become overwhelming and feel out of my control. This theme is brought to life in the music video through the use of harsh spotlight shots and overwhelming paparazzi-style imagery, effectively illustrating the tension between wanting to be loved and feeling engulfed by that very desire. Or it’s about having sex. Whatever you prefer to take from it.”
Accompanying the release is the dynamic music video directed by the band’s own Daniel Marinakis with artistic consultation from long-time collaborator/artist Yannica Mariah and old friend of the band Cian Marangos as Director of Photography. The video opens in a warmly lit motel room, where the band are enveloped in golden hues, capturing the themes of longing for love while fearing intimacy. As the song progresses, the video intensifies with faster cuts and the setting transforms into a The 1975-style scene, with a single spotlight moving over the band members.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahne6GKlnkY
The band will be showcasing at BIGSOUND 2024 and have previously shared the stage with?? Comeback Kid (CAN), Silverstein (CAN), I Prevail (USA), We The Kings (USA), RedHook and Polaris. They’ve also seen extensive support from the likes of Spotify, Apple Music, triple j, triple j Unearthed, PBS FM, 4ZZZ, Radio Adelaide and have just joined Capital Artist Group for Europe/UK touring.
fauxlove IS OUT NOW
‘Something New’ EP will be released on Friday October 4
With thanks to Good Intent
