Slung charges right into the opening moments of “Laughter” including a hearty yell from vocalist Katie Oldham. Initially it resonates with the same thrill as “Cherub Rock” by Smashing Pumpkins. But Oldham’s vocals switch seemingly effortlessly between breathy melodies and punk aggression with the band doing the same. And as the song progresses the guitar work veers off any 90s rock comparisons with a more ethereal atmospheric flair. In the music video the band is dressed up like they came out of some rock and soul review act of the 50s and 60s and demonstrating an exuberant joy in the music that’s as infectious as the song itself while indulging in what has to be described as a cake fight during the mid-song breakdown. But all the fun and hijnks makes the song’s message of finding a way to confront the reality of difficult relationships while juggling the fact that you may not get what you want or need out of them and find your own catharsis move on as best you can sometimes with a chuckle at the absurdity of it all. Writing an aggressive song with undeniable hooks is certainly one method that has worked for many and “Laughter” is an earworm. Watch the music video on YouTube and follow Slung at the links below. The group’s debut album In Ways will be released May 2, 2025 via Fat Dracula. A UK tour kicks off the same day as the album release.
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