Martyrs is a musical duo formed by Jon and Michael who share more than just a sonic journey; they share a lifelong friendship from their hometown of Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, now calling Kent their home. From childhood, their bond was forged over a mutual love for professional wrestling and R.E.M., passions that continue to shape their artistic vision today.
As Martyrs, their fiercely independent approach sees them adopt a DIY ethos. From inception to release, every aspect of their music, from composition to promotion, is crafted by the duo themselves. Their debut album, Un Diavolo En Casa, released in 2022, offered the first taste of their sound via a dark, reimagined soundtrack to an obscure Italian horror film, showcasing their distinctive sound, with vocals even recorded on an iPhone.
Last month they returned with their debut single “Sunset Thinking,” which saw them open a new chapter in their musical story which they continue to write today. Bringing us their latest release they share their brand new sophomore single titled “Where Did You Go?,” the second single lifted from Martyrs’ upcoming second record, Luminism, set to drop next week.
“Where Did You Go?” transports listeners to a supernatural Studio 54, blending vintage production with lively instrumentation. The track offers as a horror story set to a disco beat, its unnerving lyrics recounting an encounter with a long-forgotten music box. Yet, amidst the eerie context, the pair infuse the song with a delightful and memorable sound.
Opened by hazy vocal samples, the song quickly bursts open into a bright disco-inflected pop jam with snapping beats and an arrangement of pulsing bass guitar notes and vibrant brass tones. Settling into a smooth groove, the vocals glide in to spin engaging melodic leads as funky guitar lines dance alongside the lead voice and warm piano chords ring out.
Rising to a dazzling chorus of shimmering instrumentation and infectious vocal hooks, “Where Did You Go?” serves up a catchy and intoxicating musical experience that’s impossible not to love. Showcasing the duo’s songwriting talent and performance panache, the single is a pure celebration of upbeat music, brought to life by superb vocals and slick musicianship from start to finish.
Listen to Where Did You Go? below
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