A SWIFT FAREWELL
UNVEIL EXPLOSIVE NEW
SINGLE ‘MOUSETRAP’
OUT TODAY
Sydney-based pop-punk quintet A Swift Farewell have returned with a new line up and a blistering new single ‘Mousetrap’ – produced and mixed by Mark Williamson (Inertia, Far Away Stables, Closure).
‘‘Mousetrap’ kicks off with muted guitar and the congruent vocals of Emma Mather, before gritty bass and bolstering drums propel the song into its virulent chorus. Intricate dynamics and cunning instrumentation spotlight the group’s chemistry, while delicate synths add diversity throughout the arrangement. Amidst the band’s animated signature sound, the lyrics explore the song’s profound underlying message.
Accompanying the release is the effervescent music video. Filmed, directed and edited by Robbie Walcott, the clip shows the band members finding themselves at the mercy of evil scientists. They are anesthetised and cloned before a childish mistake allows hilarity and farce to ensue. Featuring ambiguous filming techniques and a convoluted plot, the video accurately encapsulates the band’s quirky personality.
Bassist Sarah Bonnet talks about the meaning behind ‘Mousetrap’
“’Mousetrap’ is about feeling trapped in a relationship in which you are not able to give some-one the time and attention they demand from you and feeling burnt out from trying. In the end, the person doesn’t notice they are asking too much from you and you feel yourself grow emotionally distant from them.”
A Swift Farewell below
Previous single ‘Save Yourself’ was widely embraced by Spotify and Australian radio stations triple j Unearthed and The Faction. The band have also received support from the likes of Alternative Press (USA), Wall of Sound, and Hysteria Magazine.
SUPPORT FOR PREVIOUS RELEASES ‘THE FIRE’ AND ‘SAVE YOURSELF’
“From heart wrenching to head banging, the band ticks off every facet of pop punk.”
Alternative Press (USA)
“High-energy brand of emo, power pop doesn’t stray too far from Aussie favs.”
Wall Of Sound (AUS)
“It feels like you’ve packed the biggest amp you can find and climbed to the top of a moun-tain to blast this punk / emo / pop mix to the masses!” – 4/5 stars
Declan Byrne – triple j (AUS)
Added to Spotify’s playlists ‘New Punk Tracks, ‘Pop Punk’s Not Dead’
Since their inception, A Swift Farewell have traversed the East-Coast of Australia, selling out headline shows and sharing the stage with Australian behemoths Hands Like Houses, along with local heavyweights Young Lions and FANGZ.
‘Mousetrap’’ will be available worldwide today
Follow A Swift Farewell
Stay Connected With Black Of Hearts
Synapse: A better way to master Discover your best sound with Synapse—the next step in online AI mastering.