New music from Flat Moon

Flat Moon is a highly original Leeds-based band whose shared musical vision sits at the crossroads between funk and punk. This unconventional quintet’s ethos centres on creating a joyful sense of unpredictability, often with a touch of humour that keeps listeners guessing.

Their live performances, as offbeat as their music, have become local staples for anyone looking to be simultaneously entertained and intrigued. Each show is infused with the same lively eccentricity that runs throughout their songs, reinforcing their standing as one of Leeds’ most exciting and energetic acts.

First unveiling their highly original sound in 2020 via the debut single “Vultures,” they’ve since followed up with multiple well-received tracks and their first EP, Space Juice. With a high-energy style that reflects their approach of fun, chaos and an undercurrent of thoughtful lyricism, they cover themes that explore escapism and neurodivergence, tapping into personal experiences while delivering a musical output that’s full of surprise and musicianship panache.

Now, Flat Moon is back with their newest release, the quirkily titled “A Moon’s Bouche?,” a track that delivers an epic dose of their unique sound while also marking a creative turning point for the group. Inspired by a period when the band found themselves stuck in a creative rut, this track reignited their passion for exploring new sonic spheres by blending a diverse mix of influences from Latin-inspired percussive grooves to unexpected shifts in time signatures that echo the adventurous feel of the 2010s Doctor Who soundtrack.

Brought in by the playful shuffle of bass pulses accented by guitar plucks, a vibrant groove emerges with the patter of percussion as lively vocal layers enter to spin off-kilter leads above the evolving arrangement. Cut with slick guitar runs and peppered with bright vocalisations, they channel an experimental rhythmic rock vibe akin to Incubus and Frank Zappa to serve up a listening experience packed with twists and turns.

Flowing with moments of intensity and avant-garde aesthetic, the track glides into a dreamy sax-led bridge to conclude a truly sensational jam. From start to finish, “A Moon’s Bouche” sees Flat Moon lay down a masterclass in punchy instrumental flair, compelling vocal performance and extraordinary creativity and we can’t wait to see what else they’ve got in store.

Commenting on the single, they share, “The song is about feeling creatively stagnant and the frustration that ensues as a result. The title was conceived by our bass player, Ali McCarthy, as a way of referencing both our band name and the fact that, as a developing artist, we’ve only had a taste of what’s to come.”

Listen to A Moon’s Bouche below

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