Grumpy – “The Whale” (Feat. D.A. Crimson)
Grumpy's new album Unfindable Ring comes out next month. So far Heaven Schmitt and co. have unleashed " Twenty Five " and " OBL ," the latter of which we named one of the best songs of the week . Now, the NYC indie rockers are back with the Alex G-esque earworm "The Whale" featuring D.A. Crimson. The post Grumpy – “The Whale” (Feat. D.A. Crimson) appeared first on Stereogum .
Grumpy's upcoming album, "Unfindable Ring," is set to drop next month. Heaven Schmitt and the band have already released two singles, "Twenty Five" and "OBL," with the latter being celebrated as one of the best songs of the week. The group is now dropping a new track called "The Whale," a collaboration with D.A. Crimson and reminiscent of Alex G's style.
Schmitt expresses his admiration for D.A. Crimson, mentioning that collaborating with and learning from them is the only way to avoid jealousy over their artistry. The songwriting process pushed Grumpy to explore inventive fiction, moving away from their usual true-to-life storytelling.
The song's lyrics reflect the band's shared anxieties about the music industry and their own potential for success. They acknowledge the feeling of being stuck and the dread of regression, likening it to a form of "shrinkflation" of the soul. Despite these negative feelings, the band finds solace in their gratitude and the power of music to uplift their spirits.
The song is an ode to gratitude, even when cynicism threatens to take hold. Grumpy's "The Whale" is a testament to the band's unwavering belief that their time will come and that together, they can elevate one another on the musical ladder.
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