Alternative Pop from Late Guest at the Party

Hailing from Italy, Late Guest at the Party first burst onto the music scene with their debut album, winning over audiences in their homeland. However, it was their relocation to New York City in 2013 that marked an exciting turning point in their musical adventure.

Linking up with producer Caleb Shreve, known for his work with Phantogram and Tegan & Sara, Late Guest at the Party expanded their sonic vision while collaborating with artists like K FLay and Wakey!Wakey!. In 2017, the band welcomed vocalist Beth Hansen, infusing an American flair into their sound.

Together, they merged modern house, disco, and 90s dance nostalgia, thrilling listeners with their infectious rhythms. Renzo Mazzotti, Gabriele Grassia and Beth Hansen have since become the driving force behind Late Guest at the Party, crafting a distinct fusion of American 90s dance music with Euro disco, releasing several singles and records that have earned global acclaim. Now they open up a new musical chapter with an upcoming genre-defying album, blending dancefloor vibes with alternative pop influences.

Kicking off the year with the single “In Defense of Time,” they now bring us their latest release with the brand new single titled “Hard Head,” the fourth track lifted from the new record. Written about having a special connection with someone who’s able to understand the nuances in your outward attitude to ascertain whether you’re just being stubborn or if it’s warranted, the band serves up a thrilling indie pop outing tinged with crisp electronic aesthetics.

Started off with dreamy vocal flickers as the swell of synth textures wraps around the lead voice, delicate melodic flutters give way to a burst of energy as the snap of the drums and driving bass line inject gritty electronic charge. Rattling hi hats cast a high-octane experience before the track drifts down to the atmospheric tone of the verse.

Striking the perfect balance between anthemic indie rock and cutting edge electronica, the track sees Late Guest at the Party continue going from strength to strength with each move. Brimming with dramatic ebb and flow, instantly memorable vocal hooks and meaningful lyricism, “Hard Head” delivers a superb display of the band’s highly original sound while further building the hype for their upcoming album.

Listen to Hard Head below

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