Coming out of Brooklyn, Ultra Major is a quartet whose music delivers a thrilling distillation of their love for powerful guitars and unfiltered emotions. Their latest single, “Fader,” serves up the perfect tribute to their musical roots and their superb output in the world of rock.
Ultra Major is a fusion of four individuals whose musical journey is steeped in the sounds of 90s guitar rock. Their influences read like a love letter to the era, drawing inspiration from iconic acts like Pixies, early Smashing Pumpkins, Sonic Youth and post-hardcore bands like Knapsack, Superchunk and Chavez. It also takes cues from the punk and hardcore compilations of the late 90s and early 2000s, creating a potent blend of engaging melodies and impactful guitar-driven rock.
Their latest album, Half Dead, released via the Trash Casual imprint, is a gripping exploration of the restless anxieties of the 2020s, firmly rooted in the nostalgia of 90s rock. At the heart of the record are seven tracks that bridge the gap between youthful reminiscence and the complex realities of today.
Bringing us the perfect taste of their new LP, they share the opening track titled “Fader,” a song which exudes an inescapable energy and raw emotional intensity that pays homage to the trailblazers who once blurred the lines between indie, punk and hardcore. “Fader” stands as a formidable introduction to the album, a sonic offering that captures the essence of Ultra Major’s unique sound.
From the fiery crunch of their guitar arrangements to the punching drums, every element collides to create a relentless wall of sound. Ty Jontz’s vocals add a layer of biting attitude, cutting through the music with commanding precision.
The accompanying music video for “Fader” is a striking visual pairing, capturing the sound of the track in a dimly lit, black-and-white setting. The interplay of shadow and light mirrors the dark intensity and unbridled energy of the music, creating a powerful synergy between sound and visuals.
Watch the music video for Fader below
More from Music
JK LAB releases “Bare Aura” featuring KXNE
Coming out of Villach in Austria, JK LAB is a producer whose musical vision has been influenced by a passion …
Frannie B drops new single “Echo”
Based in Oxford, Frannie B has been making an impact in the UK music scene with a pop-focused sound that …
Brand new single from Nick Norton-Smith
London-based composer and multi-instrumentalist Nick Norton-Smith has built a decorated career across an unusually diverse musical landscape, moving between film, …
