ALSO ANNOUNCING THE RELEASE OF THEIR FORTHCOMING ALBUM ‘business core’ THIS OCTOBER 4TH
Following a string of successful singles including “Fireball”, “nouvelle vie”, and “bla bla bla”, French-Canadian, Montreal post-punk band distraction4ever have unveiled their latest genre-bending single, “you’re an actor”. Set to feature on their forthcoming album “business core” dropping in October, the duo take a deep dive into the stereotypical mundane lifestyle in their brand-new thought-provoking single.
Montreal’s punk scene has always been a hotbed of raw energy and unapologetic expression, and distraction4ever is the latest band to bring that tradition to a fever pitch. Born out of a shared love for the gritty, the fast, and the loud, this duo combines blistering guitar riffs, pounding rhythms, and fierce vocals that channel the frustration and passion of a generation. Their sound is a throwback to the heyday of 80s hardcore punk, with a modern edge that reflects the current social and political landscape. distraction4ever isn’t just a band; they’re a movement, embodying the spirit of rebellion and defiance that punk was built on. Whether it’s in a packed, sweaty basement show or on a bigger stage, their live performances are electric, leaving everything and everyone in the room transformed.
“you’re an actor” is a blistering punk anthem that captures the suffocating reality of the 9-5 grind, where individuality is sacrificed for survival. This song is a battle cry for anyone who’s ever felt trapped in the monotony of the daily hustle, compelled to play a role just to fit into a system that barely acknowledges their existence. With searing lyrics and a relentless beat, the track paints a vivid picture of a world where names are forgotten, and personalities are flattened into uniformity. It’s a raw and unfiltered take on the feeling of becoming a stranger in your own skin, an actor forced to perform in a life that’s lost its meaning. “Actor in Your Own Life” doesn’t just critique the soul-crushing routine; it rallies against it, urging listeners to break free and reclaim their true selves. This is punk at its most powerful—uncompromising, urgent, and deeply resonant.
Speaking on the meaning behind the release distraction4ever commented, “‘you’re an actor’ is the opening track of distraction4ever’s upcoming album. It sets the tone for a day in a 9-to-5 job, where you’re compelled to play a role, being someone else to fit in the mass where nobody remembers your name , ultimately being an actor in your own life.”
distraction4ever, made up of members Beau Geste and Slipshift made their debut in 2022. The trailblazing duo are best known for ingenious melodies, captivating production and effortlessly ability to switch their lyrics from English to French, adding a unique bilingual edge to their punk sound. Based in Montreal, the pair have accumulated a cult-like following from their modern post punk sound. Gearing up for the release of their “business core” album set to drop in October, distraction4ever will be performing on the mainstage at Palomosa on September 6th and are looking to throw “rave-style” release parties in both Montreal and Toronto in October for its release.
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