We love Twin Lakes. The Australian boys have already written a bunch of catchy songs, and we think that they’re only going to get bigger and better. We caught up with them to chat about playing live, their new single and the brilliance of The Shins.
You can listen to their new single Wolf Hall by clicking the icon on the photo.
How would you describe your music for people who don’t know you?
We’re a five-piece indie pop band from Newcastle, Australia. We write catchy, melodic indie pop tunes with deep emotional content. Think Band of Horses meets Silversun Pickups.
You’ve just released your new single Wolf Hall – was it easy to write and record?
The music itself didn’t take long to write, but the lyrics took a while longer. The recording took ages! It was an on and off type affair over several months, and we did it in various different recording spaces in our home town of Newcaste. We took a different approach with this track compared to our other two singles; we recorded this one track by track, layering as we went, whereas the other singles were recorded predominately live, so it was an interesting contrast. The vocals were quite a challenge, too – I had to redo them three times before we got them right.
Can you describe it for us?
The song is about evil and how it affects us in different ways. I used Wolf Hall as a metaphor for the place in our mind where evil thoughts are created and either ignored or acted upon. The song deals with two separate narratives – one is a women who has given up on life, and the other is a psychopathic killer. The song portrays these two characters and their ways of life, and they finally meet in the end, where the killer takes the life of the women. It’s at this time that she realises that this is not what she wants, but it’s too late for her to change it.
When can we expect to hear something new from you guys?
Our debut EP will be released sometime next year, so it’s not long until you’ll be hearing more from us! We’ll also be releasing the music video to Wolf Hall very soon.
Out of all your songs, which is your favourite?
Hmm, that’s a tough question. I’d probably say our debut single Glacier. I love its simplicity in its chord structure, as well as the overall eeriness of the music. I’m particularly proud of the lyrics, too.
What’s your favourite song to play live?
I’d have to say Lost Mirrors, which will be released on our debut EP. It starts out very minimal, but it ends in an epic way.It’s always a thrill to play live.
What’s the best thing about playing live?
The uncertainty of what’s going to happen next. I love the interaction between band and the crowd and how each effects the other. It’s a special connection that can’t be matched.
Which song do you wish you’d written?
I’m Only Sleeping by The Beatles.
Who’s your ultimate musical icon and why?
James Mercer from The Shins. I just love the way he constructs songs. His use of melody and lyrics is unparalleled, and the fact that he is so consistent with the quality of everything he’s been involved with is phenomenal.
What are your plans and hopes for the next year?
Our plan for the next year is basically to finish off the recording of the EP, to write new songs and to play more shows. This will hopefully help us with building our profile more in the process.
Describe yourself in three words?
Dedicated, Soulful and Emotional.