MONROE are no doubt one of Melbourne’s most uncompromisingly exciting outfits, taking glam pop and strapping it to a rocket fuelled by riffs, theatrics and a rock n’ roll swagger. Crowned as the new kings of glam pop anthems, their music is heavy on chaos, charisma and musical escapism which takes cues from acts like Van Halen, The Darkness and The Struts.
The group is led by frontman Nathaniel, whose extraordinary vocals drive the band’s frenetic sound, matched by the dual guitar assault of Rocco and Jason. With Brandon behind the kit and Christian delivering bass grooves, their lineup channels a chemistry that’s built on excess in all the right ways. From big riffs to even bigger choruses, they’re made for the stage, leaning into a live presence that dismisses subtlety in favour of glitter, volume and drama.
Now the band have come storming back with “Take Me For A Ride,” their first release since reforming and it’s every bit the glam rock rollercoaster fans could hope for. Clocking in as loud and dangerously catchy, it plays like a middle finger to the 9-to-5 grind, an anthem for anyone who has fantasised about storming out of the office in slow motion, leaving nothing but chaos in their wake. It’s MONROE at their most impactful, packing a punch that’s short, seething and thoroughly raucous from start to finish.
Produced at The Loud Noise Estate, known for work with acts like Polaris and Windwaker, “Take Me For A Ride” serves up a sound that feels truly stadium-ready. Kicked off by Nathaniel’s belted vocals, the crunch of a charging guitar riff and punching drums launches the track into an uptempo rock ride that glides with rebellious energy and instantly catchy vocal hooks.
Channelling the biting aesthetic of Axl Rose, Nathaniel’s incredible vocal performance spins a thrilling listening experience while the stellar musicianship of the band delivers an engrossing sound throughout. Cut with scorching lead guitar work and propelled by relentless percussive vigour, “Take Me For A Ride” sees the band lay down a blistering sound that marks their return in spectacular fashion.
Paired with the single is a music video which features the band playing out scenes that reflect the context of the lyrics, offering an extended cinematic take on the music. Making an emphatic statement with their comeback, MONROE return at the very highest level and we can’t wait to see what they’ve got in store for this exciting new chapter in their sensational musical adventure.
Watch the music video for Take Me For A Ride below
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