Hailing from Newport in Wales, Failstate is an emo rock outfit who’ve been going from strength to strength as they share their raw and emotionally charged sound wrapped in punk attitude. Formed by vocalists and guitarists Tom Gibbons and Dave Morgan, along with bass player Kyle Haggerty and drummer Leah Davies, the band draws inspiration from acts like Basement and Funeral For A Friend, to craft their own unique sound.
2023 has been a breakout year for the band who released their second single, “Losing Sleep,” which made its debut on BBC Radio 1 and secured them a spot in the final 10 of Kerrang! Radio’s The Deal competition. In May they dropped their third single, “Another Ghost,” which also debuted on BBC Radio 1 and enjoyed extensive airplay on radio stations in the UK and around the world.
Following the release of their debut EP, titled Sad Truth, along with a compelling music video for the lead single, “Are You Lonely?” Failstate returns with their latest offering, the brand new single, “Scar.” This alternative rock cut showcases the band’s stunning songwriting talent and their ability to infuse delicate hook-filled appeal into their distinctive rock sound.
“Scar” opens with the soft chugging of muted guitar notes, joined by the lead vocals, delivered with a sense of vulnerability to gently weave a captivating indie vibe. As the song progresses, the full band sound comes to life, with intricate guitar twangs, laid-back drums and warm bass pulses adding depth to the sonic landscape.
Guitar chords shimmer to underpin the vocals as the energy rises, injecting subtle grit to the guitars before the song launches into an emphatic chorus brimming with powerful distorted guitars and impassioned vocal leads to craft a rousing modern rock anthem with memorable melodies and lyrics that cut deep.
Reaching a crescendo of stunning vocal layers, crunching guitars and pounding drums, “Scar” sees Failstate deliver a sensational display of thrilling rock music. With shows in Bristol at The Exchange on the 19th October then Cardiff’s Tiny Rebel and Cheltenham’s Frog & Fiddle on the days after, Failstate are poised to bring their music to new crowds and no doubt confirm their place as one of the most exciting rock outfits on the rise in the UK.
Listen to Scar below
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