Twelve Days in June drops new single

Twelve Days in June is the moniker of Dave Hulegaard, an artist hailing from Schenectady in New York State whose nostalgic voyage back to the heyday of 90s alternative rock has seen him reframe the style for a modern audience. With a profound reverence for the melodic aesthetic and reflective lyricism of that era, he channels his influences into a compelling sonic output that’s struck a chord with audiences far and wide.

Twelve Days in June has been on an exciting mission to revive the spirit of 90s alternative rock, offering listeners a modern interpretation of the genre’s timeless sound. Unveiling the project in 2020 with the debut record titled A Bittersweet Season of Lament, a string of singles followed later that year before he returned in 2022 with the sophomore album, Anhedonia.

Continuing to share his musical world via more tracks and a third LP, Twelve Days in June has also linked with artists such as Katherine Christie Evans, Ken Stringfellow, He’s Not your Kind and Failing Exploration on collaborating efforts. Now he brings us his second release of 2024 with the brand new track titled “Numb,” the lead single lifted from his upcoming fourth album set to drop later this year.

Expanding on his foray into the golden era of 90’s alternative rock, this new single sees Twelve Days in June double-down on his crunching guitar-driven style, leaning into an even louder and more raucous sound. Taking cues from artists such as Smashing Pumpkins, Foo Fighters, Silverchair, The Lemonheads and Morrissey among others, “Numb” distils the wreckage of heartbreak into a powerful rock anthem.

Capturing the ferocity of a full band sound all on his own, with the track the artist brings to life his epic sound in a truly impactful display of meaningful songwriting, assured musicianship and commanding vocal work. Brought in by the pulse of bass notes riding the crash of cymbals, a moody atmosphere takes shape as a voicemail sample rings out.

The artist’s voice glides in over the marching rhythm to spin punchy melodic leads carrying profound lyricism, delivering the message that it’s ok to express your emotions. Injecting gritty bursts of distorted guitar tones, the slick ebb and flow builds towards a rousing chorus of emphatic vocal lines and pounding energy wrapped up in the raw alternative rock sound that Twelve Days in June masters so well. It’s a superb showcase of his thrilling musical output while building the hype for his upcoming full-length record.

Commenting on the single, he shares, “I wrote Numb as a reminder that it’s okay to feel your feelings. The aftermath of heartbreak can be an excruciating and confusing time with all these complicated feelings swirling around inside. Sometimes we hold back the words we really want to say because it’s uncomfortable to let out. Numb is about giving yourself permission to let those things out.”

Listen to Numb below

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