Life's Not out to Get You
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Life's Not out to Get You is the second studio album by rock band Neck Deep, set to be released by Hopeless on 14 August 2015. The album was produced by Jeremy McKinnon, Andrew Wade and Tom Denney.
Background and recording
In August 2013, it was announced that Neck Deep signed to Hopeless.[1] and released The band released their debut album, Wishful Thinking, in January 2014.[2] In October and November 2014 the band supported Real Friends on their tour of the US.[3]
Vocalist Ben Barlow said the band wanted their second album to sound "bigger and better" than Wishful Thinking.[4] The band were "stepping out of our comfort zone" and worked "with someone we’ve always looked up to", Jeremy McKinnon.[4] McKinnon's excitement stood out to the band: "not only is he someone who knows what they're doing" but looking forward to the album as much as the band were.[4] McKinnon was working with Andrew Wade on The Ghost Inside's Dear Youth (2014) when Tom Denney had dropped by the studio.[4] McKinnon had overheard the pair talking about having a meeting to discuss their next album.[4] The trio had met up with bassist Fil Thorpe-Evans and "we all hit it off", according to McKinnon.[4] Eventually, Neck Deep contacted the trio to tell them that they were chosen.[4] On 25 November, it was announced the band had started recording.[4] Life's Not out to Get You was produced by McKinnon, Wade[5] and Denney.[4]
Music and lyrics
"Can't Kick Up the Roots" is about Barlow's hometown, Wrexham, North Wales.[6] Barlow mentioned that on one hand it is about how Wrexham "sucks" while on the other hand that is "what makes it ours."[6] The "roots" part of name refers to the band's love of their hometown despite of the flaws.[6]
Release
On 5 May 2015 Neck Deep announced their second album, Life's Not out to Get You, and revealed the track listing and artwork.[6] On 11 May, "Can't Kick Up the Roots" was premiered on BBC Radio 1's Rock Show programme.[7] A day later, a music video was released for the song,[8] and the song was released as a single.[9][10] The album is set to be released on 14 August on Hopeless.[11] The band are set to perform on the 2015 edition of Warped Tour.[12]
Track listing
- "Citizens of Earth" – 2:40
- "Threat Level Midnight" – 2:46
- "Can't Kick Up the Roots" – 2:49
- "Kali Ma" – 2:50
- "Gold Steps" – 3:12
- "Lime St." – 3:19
- "Serpents" – 2:45
- "The Beach Is for Lovers (Not Lonely Losers)" – 3:04
- "December" – 3:38
- "Smooth Seas Don't Make Good Sailors" – 3:05
- "I Hope This Comes Back to Haunt You" – 2:49
- "Rock Bottom" – 3:20
Personnel
- Neck Deep
- Ben Barlow – lead vocals
- Lloyd Roberts – lead guitar
- Fil Thorpe-Evans – bass
- Dani Washington – drums
- Matt West – rhythm guitar
- Production
References
- ^ "Neck Deep signs with Hopeless Records". idobi.com. Retrieved 19 May 2015.
- ^ "iTunes - Music - Wishful Thinking by Neck Deep". iTunes. Retrieved 19 May 2015.
- ^ "Real Friends announce fall tour with Neck Deep, Cruel Hand, Have Mercy". Alternative Press. Retrieved 19 May 2015.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Neck Deep to begin recording new album with Jeremy McKinnon". Alternative Press. Retrieved 19 May 2015.
- ^ "Neck Deep stream new single "Can't Kick Up The Roots"". idobi.com. Retrieved 19 May 2015.
- ^ a b c d "Neck Deep announce next album". idobi.com. Retrieved 19 May 2015.
- ^ "Neck Deep Premiere Brand New Track, Can't Kick Up The Roots - Kerrang!". Kerrang!. Retrieved 19 May 2015.
- ^ "Neck Deep Release New Video For Can't Kick Up The Roots - Kerrang!". Kerrang!. Retrieved 19 May 2015.
- ^ http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00XOFS1MW/
- ^ https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/cant-kick-up-the-roots-single/id997812854
- ^ "Neck Deep Announce New Album, Life's Not Out To Get You - Kerrang!". Kerrang!. Retrieved 19 May 2015.
- ^ "Neck Deep, Palisades, Front Porch Step, Handguns, more announced for Warped Tour 2015". Alternative Press. Retrieved 19 May 2015.